Antique French Sterling Silver Vermeil Enamel Ciborium Chalice Reliquary 19th C

I am pleased to offer this stunning piece from my collection!

A wonderful addition and worth buying.

Product Description

Up for sale is a beautiful mid-19th-century French gilt sterling silver (vermeil) ciborium / pyx, dating from circa 1850–1870, during the Napoleon III period.

This piece stands out for its fine craftsmanship and features three finely painted enamel medallions around the base. Each medallion depicts a saint associated with one of the theological virtues:

• Saint Philomena holding an anchor (Hope)

• Saint Helena of Constantinople with the True Cross (Faith)

• The Virgin Mary with the Infant Jesus and Saint John the Baptist (Charity)

The silver retains its rich gold vermeil finish, complemented by a lovely natural patina. It bears French silver hallmarks and the maker's mark J & C within a lozenge.

An exceptional piece of antique French ecclesiastical silver, ideal for collectors of Catholic antiques, sacred art, religious artifacts, and antique church silver.

Details:

• Product: Sacred Ciborium / Pyx / Reliquary Chalice

• Origin: France

• Period: Circa 1850-1870, 19th century, Napoleon III

• Maker / Silversmith: J & C, mark within a lozenge

• Material: Solid sterling silver with gold vermeil gilding and painted vitreous enamel

• Total Weight: 500 grams (approximately 16 troy ounces)

• Height: 29 cm (approximately 11.4 inches)

• Base Diameter: 15 cm (approximately 5.9 inches)

• Condition: Excellent antique condition. The enamel medallions are intact, with no cracks. The silver structure is firm, with minor surface wear consistent with age.

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