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Hermes, Paris - Rare Cordage Corkscrew C.1960
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Hermes, Paris - Rare Cordage Corkscrew C.1960

1940 - 1960
For Sale by Puckerings
Description

A rare and highly sought-after corkscrew in silver plated bronze from the "Cordage" range of homeware produced by this iconic fashion house c.1960.

Marked "Hermès Paris" remaining in excellent condition measuring 3 1/2" x 1 1/2" x 6".

Thierry Hermès on the Grands Boulevards in Paris, Hermès began as a humble harness and saddlery workshop serving European noblemen. Over six generations, the family-led business transitioned from equestrian gear into a global luxury empire encompassing leather goods, silver, silk scarves, and ready-to-wear fashion.

Item: 46077

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Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this Hermes Silver Cordage Corkscrew to the 1960s.

Independent Date Guide ID 09661317
Dealer's Item Date1960s
Sellingantiques Date1960s
Sellingantiques agingItem 50-80 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1960s:
Nautical rope-twist casting: design from the post-war Hermès Cordage barware range.
Hermès Paris stamp with stamped inventory number on the terminal: standard workshop marking.
Maker stamp on the steel worm collar: factory-fitted original helix.
Dark oxidisation in the rope recesses: natural ageing of the silver plate.

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
15.2cm (5.98")
Width
8.9cm (3.50")
Depth
3.8cm (1.50")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1237331
Dealers Internal Reference
46077
Description
A rare and highly sought-after corkscrew in silver plated bronze from the "Cordage" range of homeware produced by this iconic fashion house c.1960.

Marked "Hermès Paris" remaining in excellent condition measuring 3 1/2" x 1 1/2" x 6".

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Thierry Hermès on the Grands Boulevards in Paris, Hermès began as a humble harness and saddlery workshop serving European noblemen.
Puckerings

Over six generations, the family-led business transitioned from equestrian gear into a global luxury empire encompassing leather goods, silver, silk scarves, and ready-to-wear fashion.

Item: 46077

FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From the UK

Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this Hermes Silver Cordage Corkscrew to the 1960s.

Independent Date Report ID 09661317
Dealer's Item Date1960s
Sellingantiques dating1960s
Sellingantiques agingItem 50-80 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1960s:
Nautical rope-twist casting: design from the post-war Hermès Cordage barware range.
Hermès Paris stamp with stamped inventory number on the terminal: standard workshop marking.
Maker stamp on the steel worm collar: factory-fitted original helix.
Dark oxidisation in the rope recesses: natural ageing of the silver plate.

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
15.2cm (5.98")
Width
8.9cm (3.50")
Depth
3.8cm (1.50")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1237331
Dealers Internal Ref
46077
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A mid-century silver Hermes T-bar corkscrew featuring a textured rope-twist handle and steel worm.
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Archive I A mid-century silver Hermes T-bar corkscrew featuring a textured rope-twist handle and steel worm.

Hermes, Paris - Rare Cordage Corkscrew C.1960

Archive II A mid-century silver Hermes T-bar corkscrew featuring a textured rope-twist handle and steel worm. View II
Archive III A mid-century silver Hermes T-bar corkscrew featuring a textured rope-twist handle and steel worm. View III
Archive IV A mid-century silver Hermes T-bar corkscrew featuring a textured rope-twist handle and steel worm. View IV
Archive V A mid-century silver Hermes T-bar corkscrew featuring a textured rope-twist handle and steel worm. View V
Archive VI A mid-century silver Hermes T-bar corkscrew featuring a textured rope-twist handle and steel worm. View VI
Archive VII A mid-century silver Hermes T-bar corkscrew featuring a textured rope-twist handle and steel worm. View VII
Archive VIII A mid-century silver Hermes T-bar corkscrew featuring a textured rope-twist handle and steel worm. View VIII
Archive IX A mid-century silver Hermes T-bar corkscrew featuring a textured rope-twist handle and steel worm. View IX
Archive X A mid-century silver Hermes T-bar corkscrew featuring a textured rope-twist handle and steel worm. View X
Archive XI A mid-century silver Hermes T-bar corkscrew featuring a textured rope-twist handle and steel worm. View XI
Archive XII A mid-century silver Hermes T-bar corkscrew featuring a textured rope-twist handle and steel worm. View XII
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A mid-century silver Hermes T-bar corkscrew featuring a textured rope-twist handle and steel worm.
Hermes, Paris - Rare Cordage Corkscrew c.1960
Ref: SA1237331
A mid-century silver Hermes T-bar corkscrew featuring a textured rope-twist handle and steel worm.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCorkscrew
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • MaterialSilver, Steel
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsRope twist detailing, T-bar handle, Helical steel worm
  • SizeH 15.2 cm (6 in) x W 8.9 cm (4 in) x D 3.8 cm (1 in)

This corkscrew originates from the mid-century modern period, produced circa 1960. Constructed from silver-plated bronze and steel, the piece presents a metallic silver coloration. A tapering T-bar handle intersects with a realistic rope-twist section, terminating in a series of parallel ribbed mouldings and a helical steel worm. The visible details comprise textured nautical rope motifs wrapped around the central shaft, polished conical ends on the handle, and the exposed dark grey metal of the spiral worm. Measuring 15.2 cm high, 8.9 cm wide, and 3.8 cm deep, the object sits easily on a sideboard top in a dining room or a gentleman's library. It functions as a practical bar accessory for opening wine bottles during dinner parties or gatherings.

FAQs

During the mid-20th century, French luxury houses expanded their product lines to include refined home and bar accessories. Items such as corkscrews and bottle openers were styled with signature brand motifs, including nautical ropes, equestrian straps, and geometric metalwork.

High-end vintage corkscrews generally feature a combination of silver plating or solid sterling silver handles with hardened steel for the functional worm mechanism. Base metals like brass or bronze were frequently used beneath silver plating to ensure structural stability.

Authentic mid-century Hermes pieces feature precise maker stamps, usually reading Hermes Paris or marked with specific maker hallmarks. Authentic items exhibit high-quality casting, heavy weight, and clean assembly between the handle and the steel screw.

Vintage silver bar items can be displayed on a dark wooden tray atop a sideboard, inside a glazed cabinet, or alongside glassware on a dedicated drinks trolley. Combining silver metalwork with crystal decanters creates an elegant contrast of textures.

Clean silver components using a soft cloth and a specialized silver polish, avoiding abrasive cleaners that could strip the plated layer. Keep the steel worm free from moisture to prevent tarnish or oxidisation, wiping it clean with a dry cloth after use.
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