Antique French Tastevin Sterling Silver | Sommelier Wine Taster Cup | Minerva Hallmark, 81g

FOR SALE ☞ Antique French Sterling Silver Tastevin, Vintage Wine Tasting Cup, Minerva & Maker's Hallmarks, 81g

DESCRIPTION ☞ An exquisite antique French sterling silver Tastevin, traditionally used by sommeliers to examine wine color, clarity, and quality. Expertly crafted with intricate embossed patterns and gadrooned detailing, this elegant cup beautifully reflects light, enhancing the wine-tasting experience. Features a classic thumb rest and ring handle. Double stamped with both the ring handle and cup clearly stamped with the French Minerva hallmark and the maker's hallmark, confirming its French origin and sterling silver authenticity. A desirable collectible and exceptional gift for wine connoisseurs, sommeliers, or vintage silver enthusiasts.

DIMENSIONS ☞ Diameter: Approximately 3⅜ inches (8.5 cm) excluding handle. Total Length (including handle): Approximately 4¾ inches (12 cm). Weight: Approximately 81.56 grams.

CONDITION ☞ Very good vintage condition with minor surface wear and gentle patina consistent with age and careful use. No significant damage, dents, or structural issues noted. Hallmarks are crisp and clear, guaranteeing authenticity. Please see photos. Color may differ slightly in real life from how it appears on your screen due to varying monitor settings. Have a question about this item or want to see more photos? Send us a message & we’ll get back to you ASAP!

ABOUT US ☞ Front Street Antiques is located in downtown historic Kaslo, British Columbia, Canada. We are a husband and wife team on the hunt for interesting items that inspire nostalgia and curiosity. As antique enthusiasts, we do our very best to describe any imperfections and quirks, as well as provide a general background on the item; however, we are not yet experts on every item in our store. If you have additional information about an item for us, please send us a message -- we are always grateful to learn more :)

PLEASE NOTE ☞ Item will be carefully packaged up and shipped within 3 business days of sale, often sooner. We combine shipping on multiple items -- please send us a message prior to purchase to give us a heads up & we will be happy to refund the difference upon shipping!

All our listings are considered collectible, retro/vintage (25+ years) or antique (100+ years) and are rarely brand new. The majority of our stock comes from auctions and private collections or estates. Items for sale may display some age related wear and/or minor flaws consistent with the date of manufacture. Photos are included as part of the description. Due to the age and nature of our stock, all items are sold "as is" and final sale unless damaged in transit and covered by insurance.

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