Monumental French 1st Standard (.950) Silver & Cut Crystal Centerpiece Urn / Bonbonnière A magnificent, grand-scale Belle Époque French bonbonnière urn standing at an impressive 26 cm in height. Featuring heavy cut-crystal glass framed by ornate, high-grade .950 French silver mounts, this piece serves as a breathtaking dining table or sideboard centerpiece. Key Highlights & Artistry: High Purity Silver: Stamped with the official French Minerva 1st Standard hallmark (octagonal punch with the number 1), guaranteeing 950/1000 silver purity—higher than standard sterling silver. Opulent Rococo Mounts: The silver assembly features twin sweeping scroll handles, a lobed fluted pedestal foot on four scroll-leaf toes, and a fitted domed silver cover topped with a finial. Heavy Cut Crystal: The thick crystal body is deeply hand-faceted with geometric panel cuts, reflecting light brilliantly through the silver framework. Impressive Scale: Weighing over 1.2 kg in total with a massive 25.5 cm span, this piece offers remarkable visual presence. Net Silver Weight Approx. 450 grams Gross Weight 1,206 grams (1.2 kg) Capacity 650 ml Dimensions Height: 26 cm | Total Span: 25.5 cm | Body Diameter: 16 cm Condition: Very good antique condition. Solid silver mounts, crystal remains clear and undamaged, and lid fits securely. A rare, museum-quality French luxury centerpiece for serious silver and crystal collectors. Fast, Tracked, and Fully Insured Worldwide Shipping.