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These are wine tasters, also known by the French name tastevins.
They’re small silver (or silver-plated) shallow cups traditionally used …
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These are wine tasters, also known by the French name tastevins.
They’re small silver (or silver-plated) shallow cups traditionally used by sommeliers and winemakers—especially in France—to taste wine.
How you can tell:
• The thumb rest or ring lets the taster hold it securely with one hand
• The dimpled, faceted interior reflects light so the color and clarity of the wine can be judged even in low light (like a cellar)
• Their size and shallow shape are meant for tasting, not drinking
About yours specifically:
• They appear to be vintage, likely late 19th to early 20th century
• Some look hand-hammered, others machine-finished
• If you see hallmarks or stamps on the handles or backs, those can indicate maker, silver content, and country
Today, tastevins are:
• Collected as antiques
• Worn ceremonially by sommeliers
• Repurposed decoratively (which fits beautifully with your shell-art aesthetic)
If you’d like, I can help you date them, identify hallmarks, or suggest creative ways to incorporate them into artwork or display.
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- Dimensions
- 3ʺW × 1ʺD × 4.5ʺH
- Styles
- French
- Period
- 1900 - 1909
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Metal
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Silver
- Condition Notes
- Good antique condition Good antique condition less
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