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Antique French Gilt Dore Bronze Pair of Champagne Wire Cutter Shears or Nippers

$1,250
£927.55
€1,080.47
CA$1,740.01
A$1,937.66
CHF 1,008.44
MX$23,891.08
NOK 12,843.30
SEK 12,071.46
DKK 8,061.62
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About the Item

A wonderful pair of antique Champagne nippers or wire cutters. Likely French with an ornate gilt bronze sheath, cornucopia handles, and steel blades. A real rarity and a must-have for any wine collector! Length: ca. 3 3/4 in. Items purchased from this dealer must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.
  • Metal:
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 2.38 in (60.46 mm)Depth: 0.38 in (9.66 mm)Length: 3.75 in (95.25 mm)
  • Style:
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. With losses to the cloth liner of the sheath, some rubbing to the gold, some very light edge wear, some fine and light surface scratches and other signs of light wear consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU84937594272

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