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Direct from Paris, A Magnificent 166pc. 950 Sterling Silver and Vermeil Flatware Set by Andre Aucoc "Silversmith to the Kings and Queens of Europe" Louis XVI Model, Complete Service for 12 with Rare Mother-of-Pearl Handled Knives and Extra Dinner Forks & Dinner Knives plus 2 Original 3-Tiered Storage Chests - Circa 1890s !!
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Each Individual Piece in this Amazingly Beautiful Set has been Hand Crafted in 950 Sterling Silver and Vermeil (Gold Plated 950 Sterling Silver) to the Highest of International Standards, Internationally Known Brand, Recognizable Quality, The Ultimate in Luxurious Living !!
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The Elegant Dinner Fork and Dinner Knife with Rare Mother-of-Pearl Handle !!
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The Dinner Fork and Table Spoon !!
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The Luncheon / Dessert Fork and Dessert Knife with Sterling Silver Blade and Extremely Rare Black Mother-of-Pearl Handle !!
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The Fish Fork and Fish Knife with Rare Mother-of-Pearl Handles !!
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Privately Commissioned, this Set is a Stunning Example of Traditional Luxury and Elegance of 19th Century France - La Belle Époque, A Rare Opportunity to Purchase an Outstanding One of a Kind Sterling Silver and Vermeil Flatware Set Typical of that Enjoyed by the Kings and Queens of Europe !!
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The Salad Serving Fork with Gold Plated Prongs and Salad Serving Spoon with Gold Plated Bowl !!
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The Vermeil Custard Serving Spoon and Vermeil Berry Serving Spoon - MAGNIFICENT !!
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The Elegant Cake / Pie Serving Knife with Vermeil Blade and Rare Mother-of-Pearl Handle !!
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The Two Sauce Serving Ladles !!
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The Fish Serving Pieces with Rare Mother-of-Pearl Handles !!
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Luxury and Elegance Traditionally Reserved for European Aristocracy by One of France's Premier Silversmiths - A. Aucoc, a Favorite of King Louis Philippe, the Orleans Family, Napoleon III and his Wife Princess Eurgenie in Addition to England's Queen Victoria, Includes Two Original Custom Made 3-Tiered Storage Chests !!
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The First Chest Open and Showing the Top Layer !!
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The Inscription on Each of the Brass Plates for the Locking Mechanisms of the Two Chests !!
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The Aucoc Emblem Stamped on the Inside of Each of the Chest Lids !!
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The Second Chest Open and Showing the Top Layer !!
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The Tablespoons and Dinner Forks !!
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The Vermeil Ice Cream Spoons, Vermeil Teaspoons and Serving Pieces !!
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The Fish Forks and Fish Knives with Rare Mother-of-Pearl Handles !!
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The Dinner Knives with Rare Mother-of-Pearl Handles and The Dessert Knives with Sterling Silver Blades and Extremely Rare Black Mother-of-Pearl Handles !!
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The Dessert / Luncheon Spoons and Forks plus the Oyster Forks !!
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The First Chest Open and Showing the Top Layer !!
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The Inscription on Each of the Brass Plates for the Locking Mechanisms of the Two Chests !!
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The Second Chest Open and Showing the Top Layer !!
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The Closed Chests Showing the Front View and the Side View with the Inlaid Brass Carrying Handles on Each !!
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The Aucoc firm was founded in 1821 by Casimir Aucoc and in 1835 relocated to the prestigious Rue de la Paix in Paris. The firm regularly collaborated with Christofle and Bon-Taburet, one of the most innovative goldsmiths from the late 19th century and early 20th century. Known for their unique and luxurious styles and craftsmanship the Aucoc firm received numerous medals of recognition from several international exhibitions. Notable clients included King Louis-Phillippe of France, the Duke of Orleans, Napoleon III and his wife Princess Eugenie as well as Queen Victoria of England.
This set is in extremely good condition. Each piece bears the hallmark of the French Government's "Head of the Minerva - 1" Hallmark, certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver in addition to the Andre Aucoc manufacturer's sterling silver hallmark. The set is of exceptional quality and craftsmanship - check the weights and measures below (all weights and measures approximate):
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Dinner Knives with Rare Mother-of-Pearl Handles |
24.80 cm. |
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Dinner Forks |
21.80 cm. |
95 grams |
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Tablespoons |
21.50 cm. |
80 grams |
| 12 |
Luncheon / Dessert Spoons |
18.30 cm. |
60 grams |
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Luncheon / Dessert Forks |
18.70 cm. |
55 grams |
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Dessert Knives with Sterling Silver Blades and Extremely Rare Black Mother-of-Pearl Handles |
19.30 cm. |
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Fish Forks with Sterling Silver Prongs and Rare Mother-of-Pearl Handles |
19.50 cm. |
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Fish Knives with Sterling Silver Blades and Rare Mother-of-Pearl Handles |
20.80 cm. |
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Vermeil Ice Cream Spoons |
14.00 cm. |
36 grams |
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Vermeil Teaspoons |
14.50 cm. |
29 grams |
| 12 |
Oyster Forks |
14.00 cm. |
29 grams |
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Large Fish Serving Knife with Sterling Silver Blade and Rare Mother-of-Pearl Handle |
27.50 cm. |
126 grams |
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Large Fish Serving Fork with Sterling Silver Prongs and Rare Mother-of-Pearl Handle |
24.80 cm. |
126 grams |
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Large Salad Serving Spoon with Vermeil Bowl |
26.00 cm. |
118 grams |
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Large Salad Serving Fork with Vermeil Prongs |
25.50 cm. |
126 grams |
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Large Cake / Pie Serving Knife with Vermeil Blade and Rare Mother-of-Pearl Handle |
24.30 cm. |
95 grams |
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Berry Serving Spoon in Vermeil |
21.00 cm. |
101 grams |
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Large Ice Cream Scoop with Vermeil Bowl and Rare Mother-of-Pearl Handle |
24.70 cm. |
124 grams |
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Custard Serving Spoon in Vermeil |
21.00 cm. |
98 grams |
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Sauce Serving Ladle |
20.00 cm. |
119 grams |
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Sauce Serving Ladle |
19.70 cm. |
113 grams |
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With Increased Economic Uncertainty, French Antique 950 Sterling Silver is a Smart Practical Investment Alternative to be Enjoyed by the Entire Family for Generations, The Perfect Wealth Protection Investment in this Uncertain Economic Environment !!
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The Dinner Fork and Table Spoon !!
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The Front Side of the Forks and Spoon Handles !!
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The Underside of the Forks and Spoon Handles !!
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The Front Side of the Knife Handles !!
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The Underside of the Knife Handles !!
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Imagine This Amazingly Beautiful 950 Sterling Silver and Vermeil Aucoc Set on Your Dining Room Table for Those Very Very Special Guests, Complete Service for 12 with Rare Mother-of-Pearl Handles plus Extra Dinner Forks and Knives and 2 Original Custom Made 3-Tiered Storage Chests - Buy This One !!
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The First Chest Open and Showing the Top Layer !!
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The Inscription on Each of the Brass Plates for the Locking Mechanisms of the Two Chests !!
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