Pair of silver Minerva and vermeil shakers, 19th century.

Charming pair of antique silver sugar shakers, marked with the Minerva hallmark, dating from the late 19th century. These openwork sugar spoons feature a refined design with finely crafted handles and vermeil bowls (gold plating on the inside), intended for elegantly sprinkling icing sugar, cocoa, or spices. High-quality craftsmanship, typical of French silversmithing, with carefully detailed decorative motifs and openwork. Dimensions: L.20 cm x W.5.5 cm - 51g. L.17 cm x W.4 cm - 34g. Condition: generally good condition, with signs of use and a slight patina of age, particularly on the interior gold plating. Ideal for an elegant table setting, a silverware collection, or repurposed as a decorative object.