10 Antique Sterling Silver Sorbet Sherbet Cups Shreve Co. Limoges Gilt Porcelain

Description

Set of Ten (10) Dazzling Sterling and Gilded Porcelain Sorbet Cups.
Crafted by legendary San Francisco silversmith Shreve & Company, circa 1910.
An exquisite example of delicate workmanship.  Light & lacy style distinguishes this set from typical pieces in this genre.
Rare pairing of slender and brilliant Silver stemmed cup holders with famed Limoges French Gilded Porcelain cups.
Add dramatic flair to your Dinner Party.  Use for Ice Cream, Sherbet, Sorbet, Parfait, Fruit, Shrimp Cocktail or Appetizers.
Very good Antique condition.  When assembled any imperfections are hard to see. Monogrammed.
Silver Stems have a few small dings, no scratches.  Gleaming Original Finish.
Limoges cups and gilding are in excellent condition, very light wear.
One cup has a long hairline crack all the way through and across, still usable. Pictured.
Silver Stem Cup Holders:
80 grams, 2.8 ounces each.
11cm x 8.5 cm, 4 3/8" x 3 1/4".
Limoges Cups:
53 grams, 1.9 ounces each.
9.25 cm x 4.5 cm, 3 5/8" x 1 7/8".
Assembled Height is 12 cm, 4 3/4".
Total Silver Weight is 800 grams, 28 ounces.