French Classical Treasure | Late 19th Century French Sterling Silver Gilt Vermeil Natural White Mother-of-Pearl Dining Knife

French Classical Treasure | Late 19th Century French Sterling Silver Gilt Vermeil Natural White Mother-of-Pearl Dining Knife Antique French dining knives from the late 19th to early 20th century, with a simple and elegant design that embodies the calm and refined aesthetic of the Neoclassical style. The blade and handle connection are made of thick gold-plated sterling silver (Vermeil), paired with natural mother-of-pearl handles that are warm, translucent, and possess a delicate natural iridescence. The clean, rounded double-ring design further accentuates the inherent quality of the materials and elegant proportions. ▪️ Origin & Era: France, circa 1890–1910 ▪️ Hallmarks: Minerva head hallmark, 1st standard (950/1000 silver) in a hexagonal stamp, and maker's mark in a diamond stamp ▪️ Dimensions: Approximately 20 cm in length ▪️ Price per piece: $3,580 7 available, all in similar condition, shipped randomly. These century-old antiques bear natural signs of age. The mother-of-pearl handles are lustrous with no significant cracks; the gold plating on the blades shows slight wear from age and friction of use, and the edges of the blades have minor small nicks (as shown in close-up photos). However, these do not detract from the overall beauty or usability, and add to the unique historical charm of an antique.