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Very RARE 1884 Sterling Silver Patent Enamel Floral Cup Tokens (clips)

$ 316.8

Availability: 52 in stock
  • Brand: ZARGER
  • Age: 1850-1899
  • Composition: Sterling Silver
  • Style: Victorian
  • All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
  • Pattern: UNIQUE

    Description

    Very RARE 1884 Sterling Silver Patent Enamel Floral Cup Tokens (clips)
    Features detailed craftsmanship , with emphasis to 12 lovely colorful, and intricate solid sterling silver enameled flowers. Used in Victorian times , for tea time guests. They clip on a tea cup, used to identify whose is whose. I have only ever seen one other "set of 6" for sale for the price of 9. here we have a "set of 12", all in excellent condition, a very rare treasure ! They should be in a museum. Comes in original velvet lined box, ZARGER, pat. 14232. Each stamped
    "Lets your Guests identify their own Cups"
    "Express your good taste as a hostess, and please your guests by your daintiness, by supplying "Amnora" Cup Tokens with tea or coffee. They prevent the mixing of cups when refilling they don't get in the way- just clip on the cup at the opposite of the "drinking" side."
    If you love collectible fine antiques, with finesse , then this amazing rare set is a good option for you. Great for the admirer ! A fab original ! Size : 1/2 " each ( please look at photo for
    accuracy
    ) Weight : 14.9 grams combined Condition : Excellent condition, no wear to any of the enamels , dark aged patina, over 130 years old just amazing ! The case shows some wear on top portion, but fully functional. *** "It's my pleasure to bring you a treasure !" As always fast, reliable shipping ! Buy with confidence, in the biz since 2002