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A cutlery set for twelve

Estimate €5.000–7.000

Description

Portuguese silver (833/000), in the D. Maria taste.

Comprising: 12 spoons, 12 forks, 12 knives, 12 fish forks, 12 fish knives, 12 dessert spoons, 12 dessert forks, 12 dessert knives and 12 teaspoons.

Some pieces with Porto hallmarks in use from 1938 to 1984, others with a guarantee mark. Mid-20th-century work.

(signs of use)

6,670 g

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