FRENCH STERLING SILVER GILT TEA SERVICE SET WOODED BOX

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micflsun store ~Welcome~ Visit us often for more great finds!!! Description: Antique 19th century French sterling silver (.950 Minerva!) & gilt vermeil 15-piece tea service set. The set comprises of twelve spoons; a pair of sugar tongs tipped by stylized lion paws; tea strainer and elaborately scalloped tea caddy spoon. All finely housed in the original burl wood presentation box with working lock and key! Each piece is beautifully decorated in an engraved pattern; a central medallion adorns the back of the spoon handles, engraved with a monogram of interlacing initials MD in elaborate script. Each piece is hallmarked with the French Minerve 1 standard mark, designating a silver content of .950/1000 (a higher grade than today's .925 sterling!!!) Marker’s marks for Silversmith Hénin Freres, (1865-1872) of rue des Engants-Rouges in Paris. However, the sugar tongs (though matching in style and pattern) bears a different maker’s mark, of initials C&G for Cordonnier & Granvigne (1863-1868) of 30 rue des Gravillers in Paris. The presentation box is of a burled wood veneer, possibly walnut?, edged by rosewood? with a slightly domed lid adorned by a central cartouche of engraved brass inlay in elaborate florals accented by small mother of pearl knobs and rosettes. Also monogrammed with the same initials of MD, just like the handles on the sterling! Lid opens to reveal a rich fuchsia satin & velvet fabric lining the interior in great condition for its age (looks as though the set was hardly used). Overall in good antique condition for its age. Total weight of the silver is 385 g. Please see photos for measurements. A Bit of Background on the makers: Hénin Freres The company began as Thomas & Hénin, manufacturing silverware, small table silver, and fine cutlery. Their maker's mark was registered on October 4th 1861 and their workshop was at 9 rue des Engants-Rouges in Paris. The mark was struck off on August 15th 1865 and a new maker's mark was registered just two days later under a new company name, Hénin Freres. The company continued at the same address, and used the title Hénin Freres until August 12th 1872. The company continued under various names, including Hénin & Cie and Hénin & Vivier. Lastly, on October 1st 1933, the company changed its name to Maison Hénin. CORDONNIER & GRANVIGNE After working alone from 1858-1863 manufacturing flatware and silverware, Charles Cordonnier became partners with Jean Granvinge, opening a workshop at 30 rue des Gravillers in Paris. Their maker's mark (initials C & G above an emblem in the form of a shoemaker's tool) was registered on November 20th 1863 and they separated in 1868. More Wonderful Antiques Will Be Listed All This Week, So Check Out My Other Auctions For More Great Finds!!! Policy: We reserve the right to cancel an auction within Ebay's rules at any time due to lack of interest. Virtually all items we sell are antique and vintage, therefore wear is expected. We describe everything to the best of our ability and the photographs form part of the description. Please feel free to email us with any questions, postage enquiries, etc, prior to bidding and we will try to answer you right away. Feedback will be posted once it has been received. In this way, we know that you have received your item and that you are happy with your purchase. Please keep in mind that a 5 star rating must be maintained on eBay, so those stars are very important. We do refund if an item has been misrepresented. We will refund your eBay bid price, minus shipping. Notify us within 24 hours of receipt, and a refund will be promptly made upon our receipt of the item. Return item in the same condition as it was sent to you. Shipping: WE DO NOT CHARGE A HANDLING FEE! You will only be charged actual shipping costs! We prefer to ship with USPS, and offer Priority Mail and Parcel Post. If you prefer another method of shipment, please let us know. We welcome International buyers! For International buyers, we prefer to ship using USPS as well. If you prefer another method of shipment, please let us know. All Customs Duties and Taxes are the full responsibility of the buyer. Payment: Payment must be received within 5 days of end of auction. Don't forget to visit us on Ruby Lane!