12 Antique 1850s French Gilt 950 Sterling Silver Engraved Demitasse Spoons 4 3/4 anniversary Each saucer measures 4 5/8

Each saucer measures 4 5/8 inches in diameter

The bowl has a shield shaped design with a crest of a heron or similar water bird holding a snake in its beak

The handle has a feathered or gadrooned edge and has never been monogrammed

Combined Weight: 51

nicer and with heavier nacre than their more modern counterparts

12 Antique 1850s French Gilt 950 Sterling Silver Engraved Demitasse Spoons 4 3/4 anniversary Each saucer measures 4 5/8Presented is a marvelous set of 12 French silver demitasse spoons made by Joseph Adoue during the 1850s. These spoons are French 1st standard . 950 purity silver, which is actually higher than . 925 sterling purity. The spoons are heavy for their size and are completely gilt with a rich gold wash. Each handle is done in a twist form with a decorative finial. Each handle is hand engraved with details along the twisting form. The back of each bowl is