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Hermes, Paris - Equestrian Letter Opener - Horse Spur C.1960
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Hermes, Paris - Equestrian Letter Opener - Horse Spur C.1960

1940 - 1960
Sold by Puckerings
Sold 14 March 2025 · Puckerings
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A rare vintage letter opener to adorn the finest of desktops, made from polished steel and with a gold plated horse spur handle.

Just back from my silversmith's workshop where it has been professionally cleaned and polished and the handle re-gilded with gold, restoring it to it's former glory.

The blade has a lovely warm gun metal colour and is signed by the famous French fashion house, Hermes of Paris. Made exclusively by the French silversmith, Ravinet d'Enfert; it is also marked "Made In France".

Dating to c.1960, it remains in superb condition measuring 8" x 1 7/8" x 3/4".

Item: 44438

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Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this Hermes Equestrian Letter Opener to the 1960s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
20.3cm (7.99")
Width
4.8cm (1.89")
Depth
1.9cm (0.75")
Reference Numbers
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SA1081477
Dealers Internal Reference
44438
Description
A rare vintage letter opener to adorn the finest of desktops, made from polished steel and with a gold plated horse spur handle.
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Just back from my silversmith's workshop where it has been professionally cleaned and polished and the handle re-gilded with gold, restoring it to it's former glory.
Puckerings
fig 1. An angled close-up view of a polished steel letter opener with a gold-toned stirrup or spur handle resting on a neutral surface.
fig 1. Hermes, Paris - Equestrian Letter Opener - Horse Spur C.1960

The blade has a lovely warm gun metal colour and is signed by the famous French fashion house, Hermes of Paris. Made exclusively by the French silversmith, Ravinet d'Enfert; it is also marked "Made In France".

Dating to c.1960, it remains in superb condition measuring 8" x 1 7/8" x 3/4".

Item: 44438

FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From the UK

Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this Hermes Equestrian Letter Opener to the 1960s.

Height
20.3cm (7.99")
Width
4.8cm (1.89")
Depth
1.9cm (0.75")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1081477
Dealers Internal Ref
44438
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Archive I An angled close-up view of a polished steel letter opener with a gold-toned stirrup or spur handle resting on a neutral surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Hermes, Paris - Equestrian Letter Opener - Horse Spur C.1960

Archive II An angled close-up view of a polished steel letter opener with a gold-toned stirrup or spur handle resting on a neutral surface. View II
Archive III An angled close-up view of a polished steel letter opener with a gold-toned stirrup or spur handle resting on a neutral surface. View III
Archive IV An angled close-up view of a polished steel letter opener with a gold-toned stirrup or spur handle resting on a neutral surface. View IV
Archive V An angled close-up view of a polished steel letter opener with a gold-toned stirrup or spur handle resting on a neutral surface. View V
Archive VI An angled close-up view of a polished steel letter opener with a gold-toned stirrup or spur handle resting on a neutral surface. View VI
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An angled close-up view of a polished steel letter opener with a gold-toned stirrup or spur handle resting on a neutral surface.
Hermes, Paris - Equestrian Letter Opener - Horse Spur c.1960
Ref: SA1081477
An angled close-up view of a polished steel letter opener with a gold-toned stirrup or spur handle resting on a neutral surface.
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  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • MaterialSteel, Brass
  • ColourSilver and Gold
  • MotifsHorse spur handle, Polished steel blade, Gilt metal fastening
  • SizeH 20.3 cm (8 in) x W 4.8 cm (2 in) x D 1.9 cm (1 in)

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Luxury fashion houses, particularly in Paris, often drew inspiration from their saddlery roots to create sophisticated desk objects featuring motifs like stirrups, bits, and spurs during the mid-20th century.

These items were typically forged from durable metals such as stainless steel or polished chrome for the blade, combined with brass, gilt bronze, or plated accents for the handle.

Authentic pieces generally feature crisp makers stamps or hallmarks, precise weight, high-grade metal finishes, and meticulous attention to structural detail in the equestrian hardware.

Position this object on a leather-topped partners desk, atop a stack of art books, or displayed on a decorative tray alongside other metallic horological or writing instruments.

Maintain the finish by dusting regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and avoiding abrasive chemical cleaners that can damage the plated surfaces or polished steel.
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