Description
Franklin Mint, The Butterflies of the World, Champleve on Sterling Silver. we have for your consideration is the collection of the Franklin Mint "The Butterflies of the World" plates. The collections consists of 6 plates, representing different continents, South America, North America, Asia, Australia, Europe and Africa. This is a limited edition, there were only 481 sets issued between 1977 and 1979. Each set (6) originally cost $1,440.00 or $240.00 per plate. The plates have Champleve enamel on Sterling Silver. The artist name shown is Rene Restouiex and was the Master Enameler at Lemoges France at the time. The plates are about 8" across, and because of the Sterling Silver they are fairly heavy.
Category
General Antiques and Collectibles
Medium
The plates have Champleve enamel on Sterling Silver
Distinguishing marks
artist name shown is Rene Restouiex and was the Master Enameler at Lemoges France at the time.
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
8" across
Date Period
issued between 1977 and 1979
Weight
Fairly heavy
History
Family friend gave them to me as a gift. They were purchased by her Mother before she passed away and she was an avid collector.
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Price Paid (If known)
This is a limited edition, there were only 481 sets issued between 1977 and 1979. Each set (6) originally cost $1,440.00 or $240.00 per plate.
For Sale?
Yes
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