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Hermes, Paris, Vermeil / Sterling Silver Gilt Cup C.1950
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Hermes, Paris, Vermeil / Sterling Silver Gilt Cup C.1950

1940 - 1960
For Sale by Puckerings
Description

A rare and highly sought-after piece of heirloom vintage Hermes. This is solid (950) silver cup lavishly covered in a thick 18k yellow gold. The cup is signed HERMÈS PARIS and bears the French Minerva hallmark, together with the maker’s mark of the well renowned French silversmith Ravinet d’Enfert.

The cup remains in it's original presentation case signed on the interior "HERMÈS

24, Faubourg Saint-Honoré, Paris. The case is in lovely condition as is the cup with a well reserved bright gold finish.

A superb piece in excellent condition, the cup measuring 2 76" tall x 2.56" in diameter and the case measuring 4" x 4 1/2" x 3".

Hermès began as a humble harness workshop serving European noblemen. Over six generations of artisans, the family-run brand evolved from crafting elite equestrian gear into a global luxury powerhouse renowned for fine leather goods, silk scarves, silver and iconic handbags.

Ravinet d'Enfert was a prestigious Parisian silversmithing firm founded in 1845 by E. Tonnelier. Located at 83 rue du Temple in Paris, the house became renowned for exquisite Art Nouveau and Art Deco tableware, frequently manufacturing luxury silver pieces for Hermès before closing in 1984.

Item: 46080

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Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this Hermes Silver Gilt Beaker to the 1950s.

Independent Date Guide ID 09660659
Dealer's Item Date1950s
Sellingantiques Date1950s
Sellingantiques agingItem 60-90 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1950s:
French Minerva hallmark on the rim: standard guarantee for 950 silver.
Lozenge punch for Ravinet d'Enfert: prominent Parisian maker for Hermès.
Stamped Hermès Paris mark in clean block lettering: post-war retailer branding.
Fitted presentation box in ribbed textile: mid-century Hermès gift packaging.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Physical Dimensions
Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
6.5cm (2.56")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1237237
Dealers Internal Reference
46080
Description
A rare and highly sought-after piece of heirloom vintage Hermes. This is solid (950) silver cup lavishly covered in a thick 18k yellow gold.
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The cup is signed HERMÈS PARIS and bears the French Minerva hallmark, together with the maker’s mark of the well renowned French silversmith Ravinet d’Enfert.
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fig 1. A mid-century French sterling silver-gilt beaker by Hermes Paris displayed inside its original fabric-lined grey presentation box.
fig 1. Hermes, Paris, Vermeil / Sterling Silver Gilt Cup C.1950

The cup remains in it's original presentation case signed on the interior "HERMÈS

24, Faubourg Saint-Honoré, Paris. The case is in lovely condition as is the cup with a well reserved bright gold finish.

fig 2. A mid-century French sterling silver-gilt beaker by Hermes Paris displayed inside its original fabric-lined grey presentation box.
fig 2. Hermes, Paris, Vermeil / Sterling Silver Gilt Cup C.1950

A superb piece in excellent condition, the cup measuring 2 76" tall x 2.56" in diameter and the case measuring 4" x 4 1/2" x 3".

Hermès began as a humble harness workshop serving European noblemen. Over six generations of artisans, the family-run brand evolved from crafting elite equestrian gear into a global luxury powerhouse renowned for fine leather goods, silk scarves, silver and iconic handbags.

fig 3. A mid-century French sterling silver-gilt beaker by Hermes Paris displayed inside its original fabric-lined grey presentation box.
fig 3. Hermes, Paris, Vermeil / Sterling Silver Gilt Cup C.1950

Ravinet d'Enfert was a prestigious Parisian silversmithing firm founded in 1845 by E. Tonnelier. Located at 83 rue du Temple in Paris, the house became renowned for exquisite Art Nouveau and Art Deco tableware, frequently manufacturing luxury silver pieces for Hermès before closing in 1984.

Item: 46080

FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From the UK

Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this Hermes Silver Gilt Beaker to the 1950s.

Independent Date Report ID 09660659
Dealer's Item Date1950s
Sellingantiques dating1950s
Sellingantiques agingItem 60-90 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1950s:
French Minerva hallmark on the rim: standard guarantee for 950 silver.
Lozenge punch for Ravinet d'Enfert: prominent Parisian maker for Hermès.
Stamped Hermès Paris mark in clean block lettering: post-war retailer branding.
Fitted presentation box in ribbed textile: mid-century Hermès gift packaging.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
6.5cm (2.56")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1237237
Dealers Internal Ref
46080
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Archive I A mid-century French sterling silver-gilt beaker by Hermes Paris displayed inside its original fabric-lined grey presentation box.

Hermes, Paris, Vermeil / Sterling Silver Gilt Cup C.1950

Archive II A mid-century French sterling silver-gilt beaker by Hermes Paris displayed inside its original fabric-lined grey presentation box. View II
Archive III A mid-century French sterling silver-gilt beaker by Hermes Paris displayed inside its original fabric-lined grey presentation box. View III
Archive IV A mid-century French sterling silver-gilt beaker by Hermes Paris displayed inside its original fabric-lined grey presentation box. View IV
Archive V A mid-century French sterling silver-gilt beaker by Hermes Paris displayed inside its original fabric-lined grey presentation box. View V
Archive VI A mid-century French sterling silver-gilt beaker by Hermes Paris displayed inside its original fabric-lined grey presentation box. View VI
Archive VII A mid-century French sterling silver-gilt beaker by Hermes Paris displayed inside its original fabric-lined grey presentation box. View VII
Archive VIII A mid-century French sterling silver-gilt beaker by Hermes Paris displayed inside its original fabric-lined grey presentation box. View VIII
Archive IX A mid-century French sterling silver-gilt beaker by Hermes Paris displayed inside its original fabric-lined grey presentation box. View IX
Archive X A mid-century French sterling silver-gilt beaker by Hermes Paris displayed inside its original fabric-lined grey presentation box. View X
Archive XI A mid-century French sterling silver-gilt beaker by Hermes Paris displayed inside its original fabric-lined grey presentation box. View XI
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A mid-century French sterling silver-gilt beaker by Hermes Paris displayed inside its original fabric-lined grey presentation box.
Hermes, Paris, Vermeil / Sterling Silver Gilt Cup c.1950
Ref: SA1237237
A mid-century French sterling silver-gilt beaker by Hermes Paris displayed inside its original fabric-lined grey presentation box.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSilver Cups & Beakers
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Gold Gilt
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsFlared rim, Tapered body, Fitted presentation box, Stamped makers mark
  • SizeH 7 cm (3 in) x W 6.5 cm (3 in) x D 6.5 cm (3 in)

This mid-century modern vermeil and sterling silver gilt cup dates from 1950. The piece takes the form of a tapered beaker with a flared rim, finished in a bright 18k yellow gold over solid 950 silver. The cup is signed "HERMÈS PARIS" and carries the French Minerva hallmark along with the maker's mark of Ravinet d'Enfert. It rests inside its original grey fabric-lined presentation box, which features gold lettering on the white interior satin lining and a small brass latch on the exterior. The box lid is secured with a small brass finial at the top. The piece measures 7 cm high, 6.5 cm wide, and 6.5 cm deep. In a contemporary home, the cup suits placement on a sideboard top or within a gentleman's library display. The presentation case includes a cream-coloured satin interior lid stamped with the Paris address, while the lower compartment is lined in matching grey fabric shaped to cradle the beaker securely.

FAQs

Vermeil, also known as silver-gilt, refers to sterling silver that has been coated with a layer of gold. Historically popular across Europe, vermeil offers the tone of solid gold while maintaining the weight and structural qualities of sterling silver.

Mid-20th-century silver-gilt cups were formed from solid sterling silver using silversmithing techniques such as spinning or raising, followed by precision hand-finishing and gold electroplating.

Authentic French silver-gilt pieces carry official French purity hallmarks, such as the Minerva stamp for sterling silver, along with makers marks and retailer impressions.

A mid-century silver-gilt beaker can be placed on a tray upon a sideboard, arranged as a desk accessory for pens, or displayed within a glass-fronted cabinet alongside period glassware.

Clean silver-gilt gently using a soft microfibre cloth and warm, soapy water if necessary, avoiding chemical polishes that can gradually wear down the gilded layer.
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