exceptional 19th century french 8 pieces silver sewing set circa 1840

Description

This wonderful and extremely rare mid-19th Century French silver sewing set dates circa 1840. Presented in its original red tooled leather case, it is fitted with the original silver tools. As usual with sewing implements of this date, they are unmarked. The beautifully worked tools comprise; a thimble with amethyst stone, a basket pin cushion, a tape measure, a stiletto, a bodkin, scissors in their sheath, a folding knife and an ear wax spoon. The case itself is in beautiful original condition.
Hallmarks:
Unmarked as was nearly always the case with small silver implements but tested as silver.
Dimensions:
Scissors:
Length: 10cm / 4 inches
Case: 13cm x 9.5cm approx. / 5.2 inches x .3.4 inches.
Condition:
The silver tools are in very good condition.
The box is in very good condition, snaps shut nicely, minor scuffing on cover commensurate with age.
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Postage UK: �9.00 Special Delivery.
Postage overseas: �20 International Signed For.
Postage USA (including US import duties): �45.00
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Internal Ref: JANV82