Large sterling silver box 509 grams puiforcat

Large solid silver box of 509 grams signed puiforcat. 2 hallmarks + 1 marking on the lid: Minerva 1st title (950 thousandths) + hallmark of master in the shape of a rhombus with the letters ep and a small penknife in the middle of the letters (see photos). Engraved puiforcat paris under the handle of the lid (see photo). 2 hallmarks on the box: Minerva 1st title (950 thousandths) + hallmark of master in the shape of a rhombus with the letters ep and a small penknife in the middle of the letters (see photos). Art deco period 1920 – 1930 (jean puiforcat). Decoration of large gadroons on the 4 sides, rectangular engravings on the bottom, and a pattern with intertwined rinceaux on the top (it is not a monogram). Jean puiforcat grand master french goldsmith (1897-1945), heir of the puiforcat family who founded this great house in 1820. The hallmark with the initials (ep) of emile puiforcat, the founder, has never changed since that date. The penknife between the letters e and p of the goldsmith's hallmark recalls the association of fuchs and puiforcat who originally made knives. Excellent condition (the box has been externally repolished and cleaned by my goldsmith craftsman with the appropriate techniques and products). Dimensions in centimeters approximately: Length 18 cm. Width 9 cm. Height 4.5 cm. Weight: 509 grams of pure silver 950 thousandths. Photos are an integral part of the description. Expedition: Very neat and secure sending from the france, by registered mail with insurance up to the auction, and followed up against signature, within 72 hours of payment. Delivery time of 2 to 15 working days depending on the country of destination. The price of transport takes into account the volume, weight, value for insurance, the use of a suitable and professional packaging cardboard, as well as the necessary cushioning inside (bubble wrap, chips). Be careful, however, to check the condition of the contents of the package in the presence of the delivery person. In the case of co.

Ref. : JY37ZDDY