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Unknown - poss A.Pascal cutlery

By ayesee, 25 March, 2025
Description

Possibly A.Pascal but no markings & believed to be sterling silver

Category
Silver and Silver Overlay
Condition
Excellent
For Sale?
Yes
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Charley

4 months ago

Unknown Maker (Possibly A. Pascal) Silver-Plated Fruit Fork Set

Item Description

  • Type: Vintage boxed set of 12 small forks (likely for dessert or fruit service)
  • Design: Simple Art Deco-inspired handles with geometric patterning
  • Material: Believed to be sterling silver, but no visible hallmark or maker’s stamp is present
  • Case: Blue faux-reptile textured box with satin-lined lid and fitted velvet slots
  • Condition: Excellent — minimal tarnish, clean case, all pieces appear unused or lightly handled

Identification Notes

  • These forks share visual similarities with A. Pascal pieces (based on packaging style, fork shape, and storage presentation).
  • However, no hallmarks (e.g., Minerva head, .925 stamp, or maker initials) are visible on the forks, which is necessary for authentic sterling silver identification in France and internationally.

Material Analysis

  • Without a hallmark or assay test, the forks are most likely silver-plated rather than sterling.
  • True sterling silver French flatware should bear:
    • A Minerva head hallmark (for .950 French silver), or
    • A “.925” mark and often a maker’s lozenge

Estimated Value (2024)

If Confirmed Sterling (.925/.950)

$150 – $250 USD (set)

If Silverplate (most likely)

$40 – $80 USD (set)

Factors Impacting Value

âś… Elegant Presentation Case adds gift and collectible appeal
âś… Complete Set in Excellent Condition
❌ No Hallmarks reduces the confidence and value for serious collectors
❌ Unknown Maker (unless provenance or brand can be verified)

Recommendations

âś… Professional Appraisal or Testing Advised

To accurately verify material and set fair resale or insurance value, consider:

  • Jeweler's acid test or XRF spectrometer test
  • Professional appraisal by a French silver specialist or local antique dealer

âś… Selling Suggestions

  • If silverplate: List on Etsy, eBay, or vintage-focused sites as “French silverplate fruit forks”
  • If confirmed sterling: Consider higher-end marketplaces like Ruby Lane, Chairish, or LiveAuctioneers
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