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Antique French .950 Silver 5-Piece Carving Service with Gigot in Box

$1,800
£1,366.78
€1,563.02
CA$2,514.86
A$2,797.07
CHF 1,460.55
MX$34,037.42
NOK 18,653.39
SEK 17,493.59
DKK 11,665.40
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About the Item

A finely-chased French .950 fine silver five-piece carving service comprising a caving knife, a carving fork (with adjustable resting stand for raising it off of the table), a serving fork with bone tines, a serving spoon with bone bowl, and a handle for holding a leg of lamb ("manche a gigot"). The carving knife is marked "Paris" and the manche a gigot has a trefoil tightening screw. The pieces are also marked with indistinct initials. Each piece is stamped with the Minerva No. 1 hallmark indicating .950 river fineness. Custom box included.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)Width: 14.25 in (36.2 cm)Depth: 9.25 in (23.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Napoleon III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good overall condition, with minor wear, scratches and dents to silver, consistent with age and use; box has various scratches and dings, the silk hinges are worn.
  • Seller Location:
    Pembroke, MA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: #1511stDibs: U0904238385196

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