Antique French Sterling Silver Flatware Service for Twelve -70 Pieces
Antique French Sterling Silver Flatware Service for Twelve -70 Pieces
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About This Piece
An exceptional antique French sterling silver flatware service for twelve, 70 pieces, by Lappara & Gabriel, 157 Rue du Temple, Paris (active 1902–1923). Beautifully decorated with crossed ribbons, small bows, and bell-flowers throughout. At 3,758 grams (120.82 troy ounces) of .950 silver, this is a substantial and complete service. Storage chest included.
Of note: a monogram "W" graces almost every piece of the set. Eight of the coffee spoons are monogrammed "CV" while four carry the initials "SB." One dessert spoon has no monogram.
Hallmarks & Provenance
French sterling silver, .950. Marked for Lappara & Gabriel (LG), 157 Rue du Temple, Paris (active 1902–1923). Mark used for French export/import.
Service Composition
- 12 dinner forks — 8½", 80g each (960g total)
- 12 entremet/salad/dessert forks — 7⅛", 46g each (552g total)
- 12 dinner spoons — 8⅝", 82g each (984g total)
- 12 entremet/dessert spoons — 7⅛", 50g each (600g total)
- 12 coffee spoons — 4⅞", 24g each (288g total)
- 2 large serving/stuffing spoons — 10¾", 131g each (262g total)
- 8 demitasse spoons — 4¼", 14g each (112g total)
Total: 70 pieces — 3,758 grams (120.82 troy ounces) of .950 sterling silver
Details
- Origin: Paris, France
- Maker: Lappara & Gabriel (LG), 157 Rue du Temple, Paris (active 1902–1923)
- Material: French sterling silver, .950
- Pattern: Crossed ribbons, small bows, and bell-flowers
- Monograms: "W" on most pieces; "CV" on 8 coffee spoons; "SB" on 4 coffee spoons; 1 dessert spoon unmarked
- Includes: Storage chest
- Item ID: 122316
Condition
Very good. One fork has a slightly shorter tine.
Shipping & Handling
- Ships within 2–3 business days via UPS or FedEx
- Complimentary shipping within the US
- Reduced International Rates available
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