This beautifully crafted Italian 800 silver elephant open salt cellar features a finely modeled elephant supporting a vibrant cobalt blue glass bowl. The sculptural form and rich color contrast give the piece strong decorative presence while remaining perfectly functional.
The salt cellar retains its original Monna Lisa, Via Liguria 50 Roma presentation box, adding to its collectible appeal. A coordinating silver spoon is included.
The base is marked “800” for silver purity and “299FI”. The piece remains in excellent vintage condition, with light wear consistent with age.
Details
- Origin: Italy
- Silver purity: 800 silver (marked)
- Mark: 299FI
- Retailer: Monna Lisa, Via Liguria 50, Roma (original box)
- Glass liner: Blue glass
- Total approximate weight: 17 grams excluding box and bowl
Measurements
- Overall length (including elephant): approx. 2 3/8 in (60mm)
- Width: approx. 1 1/2 in (39mm)
- Height: approx. 15/16 in (24mm)
- Glass bowl diameter: approx. 1 1/2 in (39mm)
- Glass bowl height: approx. 7/8 in (23mm)
- Spoon length: approx. 1 13/16 in (46mm)
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light age-appropriate wear