Silvered metal coaster from Christofle

These plates are actually coasters published by christofle. The decoration is quite particular since they are indictment plates of punches in silver metal. Indicting hallmarks means striking punches on solid silver. These plates refer to the 18th century and the history of the hallmarks of passive silver goldsmithing. Hallmarks on solid silver refer to the taxation that the kings of france took on silverware. The tax administration of the guarantee records the hallmark of each goldsmith, his name and his registration number in order to guarantee validity and uniqueness. Christofle box of 4 plates. Christofle is a french goldsmith and tableware company, founded in paris in 1830 by charles christofle. The company is known for introducing electrolytic gilding and silvering in france in 1842. Characteristics: Plate dimensions: 7.5 cm in diameter. Box dimensions: 19 cm X 19 cm. Material: silver metal. Signature: maison christofle, sold in its box. Very good condition. Vintage style. Did you know The identification of hallmarks is decisive for dating solid silver works. The production of solid silver has been regulated since the 14th century, which makes it possible to authenticate many objects with certainty, within a few years.

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