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