Antique French Sterling Silver Mustard Pot, Enamel on Copper, Gilt Vermeil napoleon III box 51 cultured pearls

51 cultured pearls

marked with the conjoined boar and eagle head indicating a mixed metal composition of 18K gold and

Below the medallion is a hook

the plates show some wear to the gilt edge and on a few of their monograms as wells

Antique French Sterling Silver Mustard Pot, Enamel on Copper, Gilt Vermeil napoleon III box 51 cultured pearlsAntique French mustard pot encased in ornate sterling silver mounts. Featuring exquisite sterling silver mounts comprising of foliage and rocailles enhanced in gilt vermeil finish. The main body comprises of enamel on copper painting of a courting couple and floral vignettes, on a reddish brown background with gold flakes. Elaborate silver handle and hinged lid decorated with spiral fluting and floral form finial. Opening to reveal a gorgeous gold