Letter Openers

French Sterling Louis Philippe 5 Francs Coin 'Ouvre Lettre' — Original Presentation Box

PUIFORCAT together with ELOI PERNET joined to create this Rare and Exceptional Work of Art employing an original Sterling Silver French 1845 5 Francs Coin (.950 quality, finer than English Sterling) to create this Letter Opener or 'page turner'. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. I do have other Models and Examples available.

Collection of more than 50 — 'Ouvre Lettre' or 'Coupe Papier'

Here are 5 of my Letter Openers, each varying in Material and age. I have a collection of more than 50. Each can also be used as a 'page turner' when reading a book. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are exceptional. I do have other models available.

Outstanding heavy French Bronze — Hunting Scene in Relief — Signed 'Bronze'

Outstanding, heavy French Bronze 'Coupe Papier' or Letter Opener by world famous Sculptor, Max Le Verrier. Rare Letter Opener in Bronze with the 'Tip' still in original condition. The Scene depicted in Bronze relief is a Hunting Scene. Signed or Hallmarked both by the Sculptor and stamped 'Bronze'. Dimensions: approximately 19.0 cm (7.5 inches) Long, weighing approximately 70 grams. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are outstanding.

Sampson Mordan (1790-1843) — 'Fish Scale' Motif Handle — 9 inches Long

1894 Letter Opener by Sampson Mordan & Co. in near pristine condition. Exceptional, Rare Letter Opener in English Sterling Silver & Ivory. The 'Fish Scale' Motif for the Handle is a 'work of art' for any Silversmith. Dimensions: 230mm (9 inches) Long x 23mm (1 inch) wide. Practical, Decorative as well as very Collectible. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are outstandingly beautiful.

Circa 1935 — Napoleon III Head — Bumble Bee & Wreath on Reverse

Circa 1935 unusual, rare Letter Opener by CHRISTOFLE in near pristine condition. Designed in the shape of a French Coin with the image of Napoléon III Emperor on the Face and Napoléon's Wreath and Bumble Bee on the reverse side. I have another Example, identical and in the original Christofle Paris Presentation Box, with an Engraving. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are outstandingly beautiful.

Rare, heavy & incredibly beautiful — Original Christofle Box included

A Rare, heavy & incredibly beautiful Handmade Letter Opener or Page Turner by Christofle and Created & Designed by Jean Filhos, French Sculptor. In 1921 Filhos graduated as an Architect and later became a Sculptor. The extraordinary workmanship of the Silversmith demonstrates the Quality this famous Parisian Firm was capable of producing. Hallmarked by the Silversmith and signed by the Sculptor. Included is the Original Christofle Box. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are Exceptional.

Napoleon III Head — Silvered Bronze — Bumble Bee & Wreath Engraving

Rare to find a Letter Opener by Christofle with the Napoleon III Head. Decorated on the Reverse side with Napoleon's Bumble Bee and Wreath. Silvered Bronze & Handmade. The Engraved Detail is extraordinary. Dimensions: 8.5" Long. Christofle Paris France Silver Hallmark. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are Exceptional.

Rare hand forged 'Coupe Papier' — Signed 'Rättvik' — 7.5 inches Long

Rare, exceptional hand forged 'Coupe Papier' or Letter Opener in Art Nouveau Swedish Steel. The 2 Scenes depicted show both a local Man and Woman in Period Dress. Signed or Hallmarked and stamped 'Rättvik'. Dimensions: approximately 19.0 cm (7.5 inches) Long and quite heavy, weight approximately 70 grams. Practical, Decorative as well as very Collectible. CONDITION, WORKMANSHIP & QUALITY are excellent.