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Vintage letter opener with cicada in metal and religious medal of French origin

Vintage letter opener with cicada in metal and religious medal of French origin

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Vintage silver-tone metal letter opener or bookmark of French origin, featuring a decorative design characteristic of the period. The handle is topped with a highly realistic cicada, with a molded body and openwork wings.

The leaf, grooved at the top to serve as a bookmark, features a small embedded religious medal depicting the Virgin and Child with the inscription "Notre-Dame de la Garde – Priez pour nous" (Our Lady of the Guard – Pray for us). The reverse bears the engraving "N.-D. de la Garde," confirming the Marian iconography associated with the basilica in Marseille. This type of item is sold as a pilgrimage or travel souvenir, combining functionality with devotional value.

  • Approximate dimensions: Length 10.2 cm and width 1.47 cm at the widest point.
  • Total weight: 8.29 grams.
  • Composition: Metal.
  • Contrasts: No.
  • Acid test: Performed.
  • Other materials: No.
  • Additional details: These items are not new; they show signs of use and may have scratches and damage consistent with their age. Please examine the photos; some of the silver plating has faded. We provide an accurate description. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. Attention to detail!

These items are not new; they show signs of use and may have scratches and damage consistent with their age. Please examine the photos; some of the silver plating has worn away. We provide an accurate description. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. Attention to detail!

  • evident signs of use and wear associated with age.
  • visible scratches on the surface.
  • damages typical of its age.
  • Some of the silver tone has been lost.

Things you should know

What you are buying (important)

We sell antique and vintage items. These are not new or recently manufactured products. Due to their age and previous use, they may show signs of wear, marks, scratches, minor losses, or variations inherent to the passage of time. These characteristics are part of their nature and are not considered defects. We recommend carefully reviewing the photographs, as they show the actual condition of the piece. If you need to confirm a specific detail before purchasing, please contact us.

Photos and color

The photographs are taken under artificial light. For this reason, the color may vary slightly depending on your screen and lighting. If color is critical for you, we can send you additional photos taken in natural light to get as close as possible to the actual color.

Patina and cleaning

Many pieces develop a patina over time. We don't remove it, as it's a natural process that can take decades to form and, in many cases, contributes to the piece's aesthetic value and character.

If you decide to clean or polish, do so carefully and with the material in mind. The buyer should make this decision, as cleaning can affect the appearance, authenticity, and, in some cases, the value. If you need cleaning instructions based on the material, please contact us and we'll guide you.

Customer service

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