A set of twelve French sterling silver and vermeil coffee or tea spoons, decorated with acanthus leaves and delicate floral blossoms. Elegant and beautiful — ready to grace your table. In very good condition and entirely worthy of being given as a wedding or anniversary gift, presented in their original case.
Hallmarks & Provenance
French sterling silver, .950, made between 1838 and 1846 during the reign of Louis-Philippe, King of France. Marked with the maker’s punch for Pierre Queillé, Paris (active 1834–1846) — a P and Q with a spade in the centre — and the Minerva 1st Titre mark, which came into use in 1838.
Details & Dimensions
Origin: Paris, France
Date: 1838–1846 (Louis-Philippe)
Maker: Pierre Queillé, Paris (active 1834–1846)
Material: French sterling silver, .950, with vermeil bowls
Spoon length: 5¾"
Spoon width (widest): 1¼"
Case dimensions: 6⅞" long × 5¼" wide × 1½" deep
Total weight (spoons): 322 grams
Quantity: Set of 12, with original presentation case
Item ID: 122223
Condition
Very good. Spoons are in excellent condition. Case has some slight scuff marks but opens and closes securely.
