Antique French Sterling Silver Tea Strainer horse shoe shaped clothes brush 800 silver and maker’s punch

800 silver and maker’s punch "TF

A pair of antiqued copper architectural elements acquired in England

the substantial weight allows it to double beautifully as a desk paperweight

rosette and beaded decoration

and always an appreciated gift for weddings

Antique French Sterling Silver Tea Strainer horse shoe shaped clothes brush 800 silver and maker’s punchAbout This Piece An antique French sterling silver and vermeil (gilt washed) tea strainer, c. 1900, in the over the cup style. The delicate handle is decorated with acanthus leaf and bell flower motifs, echoed in the bowl of the strainer. A gift any tea lover would be delighted to receive. Hallmarks & Provenance French sterling silver, . 950, marked with the Minerva 1st standard mark. Makers punch CB for Charles Barrier (a gaiter with a star above),