Rare Antique French Pie Hatelet Skewers - Sea Themed Selection

These are examples of rarely seen silver plated French pie markers or hatelets, in a variety of different sea themed shapes which date to around 1900.

Sourced from France, these were used as pie markers in large elaborate pies, either to the show guests which type of flling was in the pie or to add a decorative finishing touch. They were also used as brochettes, or skewers for grilled food.

Silver plated, they have tarnished and discoloured over the years although they could of course be polished if desired. The decorative ends are all hollow. With the exception of the shell, they are all marked.

Fish - the marking on this is unclear, in very good condition. Length, 21cm; Width, 8.5cm; Depth, 2cm

Crab - H. France & Co mark, in good condition. Length, 22.5cm; Width, 6.5cm; Depth, 1.5cm

Lobster - some heavier tarnishing in places but very good condition marked H France & Co. Length, 25.5cm; Width, 5.5cm; Depth, 2cm

Entwined Dolphins - beautifully decorated piece, does have some heavier tarnishing. Marked H. France & Co. Length, 24.5cm; Width, 4.5cm; Depth, 1cm

Shell - the tarnishing on this is more significant, with some green and rusty coloured discolouration in places. There is also a slight bend in the skewer.

Please note I have a number of different styles available. If you are interested in purchasing more than one, please contact me to discuss shipping prices before purchase as it is likely savings can be made.