50648-An exceptional and exquisite antique French tea strainer

50648-An exceptional and exquisite antique French tea strainer spoon with a solid silver handle and gilded copper bowl This rare and beautiful utensil dates from the late 19th to early 20th century in France. Its primary function is to filter tea leaves from the water when brewing loose-leaf tea. To use, simply place tea leaves into the perforated bowl and submerge it in hot water. It can also be used to filter tea directly at the teacup rim when pouring. The handle, marked with the Minerva 1 hallmark, is made of solid silver and embossed with elegant floral patterns, giving it a luxurious and refined feel. The gorgeous bowl is made of gilded copper. These types of tea strainers were both beautiful and practical, serving as indispensable elegant small implements for tea parties and dessert tables of the era. Whether for collection or for decorating a dining table, they exude a unique, classic charm. 數量內容content ：一把濾茶匙 A tea strainer 尺寸size：長L18.5 x 寬w5.6 x 厚H1.2cm 重量weight：58g 材質material : 純銀柄 銅鍍金匙面 sterling Silver Handle and Gilded Copper Bowl 年份Year：19世紀末至20世紀初 late 19th to early 20th century 產地from：法國France 印標hallmark : 手柄密涅瓦1銀標 匙面A.M.E. POT handle - Minerva 1 hallmark bowl A.M.E. POT Reference code : W50828-2311 ⚠️請留意：古董物件無論顏色與表面皆有歷史使用痕跡，若有任何問題，歡迎請來訊詢問. ⚠️ 親愛的來自國外朋友們，全球運輸提供安全包裝。 歡迎隨時與我們詢問運費相關事宜。 ⚠️ Please note: Antique objects have historical wear&tear of use regardless of color and surface. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. ⚠️ Dear friends from abroad, Global shipping available with secure packaging. Please feel free to contact me for inquiring the shipping cost.