19th Century French Silver Tussie Mussie Posy Holder c.1850

19th Century French Silver Tussie Mussie Posy Holder c.1850

Code: FA1306

Dimensions:

W: 3.5cm (1.4")D: 3.5cm (1.4")L: 15cm (5.9")

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A pretty mid 19th century French silver tussie mussie / nosegay holder with embossed and engraved four sided open structure with wirework and vine leaves. Nicely shaped hexagonal form handle with bright cut engraved detail and finishing with a flared flower shape and ball finial which would have led to a carrying finger chain originally. A pin on a chain attached to one side to secure the posy in place. Unmarked as is usual, c.1850.

It measures 15cm (5 7/8") long and 3.5cm (1 3/8") wide. It measures 33g / 1.0ozt. 

In very good condition with only minor signs of age and use.