Antique French 1789-1809 Hallmarked Sterling Silver 6pc Teaspoon Set in Shaped & Tooled Leather Case, Etui coffret primarily the father

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The gambling boxes were a fixture in most elegant homes

The steel blades are all pre-stainless so some do have visible age and/or corrosion marks

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Antique French 1789-1809 Hallmarked Sterling Silver 6pc Teaspoon Set in Shaped & Tooled Leather Case, Etui coffret primarily the fatherElegant antique French sterling silver 6pc teaspoon set with sleek, nearly mirrored pattern and uniquely shaped embossed or tooled brown leather travel style box, case or etui! This type of antique French sterling silver travel set is far more than just a collection of teaspoons; it is a meticulously crafted artifact that tells a story of social status, personal hygiene, and the emerging culture of leisure in 19th century France. The spoons with the