Oyster fork (12) - Solid silver (Minerva hallmarks)

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Set of 12 oyster forks in solid silver with Rocaille Louis XV foliage and asymmetrical shells, each weighing 19 g and measuring about 13.5 cm long by 3 cm wide by 0.1 cm thick, made in France and dating from 1930–1940, in good condition with age wear and stains, Minerve hallmark present.

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Silver oyster fork set of 12 in a lacquered box. Rocaille décor in Louis XV style with foliage motifs and asymmetrical shells. Hallmarks shown in the photo, including the Minerva mark that certifies the piece as solid silver in France since 1838. Weight of one fork: 19 g.

Silver oyster fork set of 12 in a lacquered box. Rocaille décor in Louis XV style with foliage motifs and asymmetrical shells. Hallmarks shown in the photo, including the Minerva mark that certifies the piece as solid silver in France since 1838. Weight of one fork: 19 g.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
19 g
Silver type
Solid silver (Minerva hallmarks)
Number of objects
12
Country of origin
France
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
13.5 cm
Width
3 cm
Depth
0.1 cm
Estimated period
1930-1940
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