Antique French Silver Baby's Rattle & Whistle

Antique French Silver Baby's Rattle & WhistleAbout This Piece Your French nursery is almost ready. You have chosen a warm gray or perhaps a soft blue, along with a toile wallpaper. A French style chest serves as the changing table, and there are a few French books on the side table near the rocking chair. Now for the finishing touches and of course, a French keepsake such as this charming babys rattle. This French silver and Mother of Pearl babys rattle features a lovely basket motif with

About This Piece

Your French nursery is almost ready. You have chosen a warm gray or perhaps a soft blue, along with a toile wallpaper. A French-style chest serves as the changing table, and there are a few French books on the side table near the rocking chair. Now for the finishing touches — and of course, a French keepsake such as this charming baby’s rattle.

This French silver and Mother of Pearl baby’s rattle features a lovely basket motif with flowers, a working whistle, and six attached bells. Provenance may be lacking, but one’s imagination can enjoy filling in the blanks — who gave the rattle, was it a Christening gift? We know it is marked for French silver and is in lovely condition, ready to delight another generation.

Hallmarks & Provenance

French, c. 1900. Marked for .800 silver. Maker’s mark currently being researched.

Details & Dimensions

• Origin: France
• Date: c. 1900
• Material: .800 silver; Mother of Pearl handle
• Features: Working whistle; six attached bells
• Length: 5½" (bells not included in measurement)
• Width: 2"
• Item ID: 122273

Condition

Very good. Whistle in good working order.

Shipping & Handling

• Packing time 1-2 days, ships  via Priority Mail
• Complimentary shipping within the US
• Reduced International Rates available