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Posy Holder of Silver from France

About the Item

A rare 19th century French posy holder or tussy-mussy of silver, featuring a six-sided flute and handle with etched foliate design. Including long pin and ring. The posy holder is a lady's accessory in silver, resembling a small vase. It was romanticized as a fashion ornament for a young lady to hold the flowers brought by a courting 'gentleman caller'. To show her acceptance of him, she skewered the flowers into the posy holder with a long pin and wore the holder to a ball. Attached to her hand by a chain and a ring, it swung free while they danced.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.38 in (13.67 cm)Diameter: 1.63 in (4.15 cm)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Fine antique condition - Wear commensurate with age and use - See accompanying photos.
  • Seller Location:
    Austin, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: P20191stDibs: U1209298827562
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