An antique French sterling silver egg cup, beautifully decorated in the Guilloché manner. The cartouche on the front is elegantly monogrammed in script with the initials "SC" — a perfectly refined way to enjoy one’s breakfast egg.
Hallmarks & Provenance
French sterling silver, .950, mid-19th century. Marked with the Minerva 1st standard mark (in use after 1838) and the maker’s mark of Nicolas Vautrin, active 1844–1862. The mark shows a crescent over two stars with a pellet between the letters N and V — the two stars are visible; the crescent is worn.
Details & Dimensions
Origin: France
Date: Mid-19th century (maker active 1844–1862)
Maker: Nicolas Vautrin
Material: French sterling silver, .950
Height: 2⅞"
Top opening diameter: 2"
Item ID: 125107
Condition
Very good. Small bend on the foot and a ding on one side (shown in close-up photo), all in accordance with age and use.
Shipping & Handling
1–2 days packing time; ships via USPS Priority Mail
