Sterling Silver Wine Corks or Stoppers, French Antiques

Sterling Silver Wine Corks or Stoppers, French AntiquesAbout This Piece A most unusual pair of antique French sterling silver wine corks or stoppers, decorated with raised bead details and acanthus leaves. A distinctive find for the collector of French silver or barware accessories. Hallmarks & Provenance French sterling silver, . 950. Marked with the Minerva 1st standard punch and the makers mark for Limousin & Souche (LS with the letter X in the middle), 76 rue des Archives, Paris, active 19051925.

About This Piece

A most unusual pair of antique French sterling silver wine corks or stoppers, decorated with raised bead details and acanthus leaves. A distinctive find for the collector of French silver or barware accessories.

Hallmarks & Provenance

French sterling silver, .950. Marked with the Minerva 1st standard punch and the maker’s mark for Limousin & Souche (LS with the letter X in the middle), 76 rue des Archives, Paris, active 1905–1925.

Details & Dimensions

• Origin: Paris, France
• Date: 1905–1925
• Maker: Limousin & Souche, 76 rue des Archives, Paris
• Material: French sterling silver, .950
• Total height: 3⅞"
• Silver top length: 2"
• Quantity: Pair (2 stoppers)
• Item ID: 122421

Condition

Very good. Minute surface scratches and some tarnish in the raised design, all in accordance with age and use. Please note: one cork differs slightly from the other and may have been replaced at some point. Each cork shows a bit of wear on the bottom ends. Both corks fit tightly on the silver tops.

Shipping & Handling

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