A fine French sterling silver cup and saucer featuring scrolling foliage and griffins set between two decorative bands, with meticulous raised work on a textured ground. The cup has a large oval cartouche left unengraved — available for personalisation — and a C-scroll handle with matching ornamentation. A magnificent piece of French silversmithing at 243 grams or 7.8 troy ounces.
Hallmarks & Provenance
French sterling silver, .950, c. 1900. Both pieces marked with the Minerva 1st Titre mark and maker’s punch for Eugène Roussel Dourtre, who registered his mark on 3 March 1849.
Details & Dimensions
Origin: France
Date: c. 1900
Maker: Eugène Roussel Dourtre (mark registered 3 March 1849)
Material: French sterling silver, .950
Saucer diameter: 6"
Cup diameter: 3¼"
Cup height (without handle): 2"
Handle to edge: 4½"
Weight: 243 grams (7.8 troy ounces)
Cartouche: Unengraved — available for personalisation
Item ID: 121015
Condition
Very good. Micro surface scratches in accordance with age and use.
Shipping & Handling
Ships within 1–2 business days via USPS Priority Mail
