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Vintage RM Villa Mexican Sterling Silver Tastevin or Wine Tasting Cup

$695
£527.35
€602.98
CA$970.73
A$1,079.32
CHF 563.56
MX$13,137.90
NOK 7,190.77
SEK 6,737.41
DKK 4,500.13
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A fine vintage Mexican silver tastevin or wine tasting cup. By RM Villa. In sterling silver. In the classic tastevin form with a handle and chain. Decorated with an engraved triangle design to the middle bubble. Marked to the base with Villa's maker's mark / Sterling / 925 / MA-05 / MEX. Marked to the chain for 925 / MEX. Simply a wonderful Mexican silver tastevin! Date: 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition. Condition Details: There is some persistent tarnish here & there throughout. Otherwise, there are some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Maker: RM Villa Marks: Marked to the base with Villa's maker's mark / Sterling / 925 / MA-05 / MEX Fineness: Marked Sterling & 925 for silver fineness. Measurements: Chain Length: ca. 36 in. Tastevin: Height: ca. 29mm Width (with handle): ca. 111mm Depth (without handle): ca. 89mm Weight (overall): ca. 127 g Items purchased from this dealer must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.15 in (2.9 cm)Width: 4.38 in (11.1 cm)Depth: 3.51 in (8.9 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. There is some persistent tarnish here & there throughout. Otherwise, there are some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of light wear consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 6132024164930DSAINVBHAP241stDibs: LU1610240688842

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