Vintage Italian Genuine Silver 800 Life-Size Snail Figurine by Arezzo Silversmith Ar 100, 1970s

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This vintage silver figurine depicts a life-size snail. Handcrafted in arezzo, tuscany during the 1970s to 1980s by silversmith ar … Read more This vintage silver figurine depicts a life-size snail. Handcrafted in arezzo, tuscany during the 1970s to 1980s by silversmith ar 100 in genuine 800 continental silver, it renders the spiral shell detailing and body structure at a 1:1 scale.

in european decorative arts, silver animal figurines from the late 20th century were traditionally created for display cabinets, desks, and naturalistic collections.

carrying the official 800 silver stamp alongside the ar 100 arezzo silversmith hallmark, this piece serves as a decorative display object for desktops, shelves, or collections of european silverware.

key details:

material: genuine silver / continental silver (800/000)

period: 1970s to 1980s

weight: 1.861 oz (52.76 g)

hallmarks: stamped 800 with arezzo silversmith code (ar 100)

origin: arezzo (tuscany), italy

measurements: h 3.3 cm x w 6.8 cm x d 4.1 cm

additional benefits:

tuscan silversmith production from arezzo (ar 100)

life-size 1:1 scale representation of a snail

genuine silver 800 composition

clear purity and regional silversmith hallmarks

vintage condition with natural surface patina

this is a vintage item and may show minor signs of age, which add to its authenticity and character. See less