Chalice - .900 silver - Herpin liturgical chalice

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Elegant small travel liturgical chalice in solid silver (argent 900), marked HERPIN NAMUR under the base, Belgium, dating to ca. 1930–1950, with a hemispherical cup gilded inside, a circular foot bearing a stylised Latin cross, height 10 cm, cup diameter 7.7 cm, base diameter about 7 cm, and weight 102 g.

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Elegant small travel liturgical cup in solid sterling silver stamped 900/1000, bearing the mark “HERPIN NAMUR” under the base.
The hemispherical cup, gilded inside, rests on a circular foot adorned with a stylized Latin cross. Its compact size suggests it was likely intended for travel or pastoral use.
Dating estimated: first half of the 20th century, probably 1930–1950.
Dimensions: Height: 10 cm; Cup diameter: 7.7 cm; Base diameter: about 7 cm; Weight: 102 g.
Good overall condition, with fine scratches, a natural patina and light signs of wear in keeping with its age. Photographs are an integral part of the description.
The item has been tested by a jewelry workshop and is entirely made of 900 silver.

Elegant small travel liturgical cup in solid sterling silver stamped 900/1000, bearing the mark “HERPIN NAMUR” under the base.
The hemispherical cup, gilded inside, rests on a circular foot adorned with a stylized Latin cross. Its compact size suggests it was likely intended for travel or pastoral use.
Dating estimated: first half of the 20th century, probably 1930–1950.
Dimensions: Height: 10 cm; Cup diameter: 7.7 cm; Base diameter: about 7 cm; Weight: 102 g.
Good overall condition, with fine scratches, a natural patina and light signs of wear in keeping with its age. Photographs are an integral part of the description.
The item has been tested by a jewelry workshop and is entirely made of 900 silver.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
102 g
Silver type
.900 silver
Title additional information
Herpin liturgical chalice
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Belgium
Material
Silver
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
10 cm
Width
7.7 cm
Diameter
7 cm
Depth
7 cm
Estimated period
1930-1940
Sold by
BelgiumVerified
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Objects sold
100%
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