Solid Gold Butter Knife Farmers General Orléans Moulins Mother Of Pearl XVIIIth Century

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"Solid Gold Butter Knife Farmers General Orléans Moulins Mother Of Pearl XVIIIth Century"

Butter knife in solid gold (18 carats) Fermiers Généraux hallmarks of the jurisdiction of Orléans (crowned R) + hallmarks of Moulins (mark of charge AO and discharge dog's head 1774-1780) and hallmark of goldsmith LM for Louis Molle*, handle in mother-of-pearl and gold threads, from the 18th century. This knife is in good condition, good quality. Hallmarked see photos. Please note: small defect on the ferrule (see red arrow), micro-scratches and wear of time, see photos. *Goldsmith LM with key: Master Louis Molle (Orléans). A knife by the same goldsmith is kept at the Louvre Museum (reference OA 9928). Dimensions Blade width 1 cm Length 13.3 cm Gross weight 12.89 grams Reference: 400 324 All photos are on: www.antiques-delaval.com

Price: 650 €