Direct from a Chateau near Tours, France; Two Magnificent 19th Century Antique French 950 Sterling Silver Serving Serving Plates in "Like New" Condition by Renowned French Silversmith "Jean-Baptiste Odiot", A Wise Investment and the Luxury and Sophistication of the House of Odiot - circa 1880s. The House of Odiot was founded in 1690 and for over three centuries the company of silversmiths has maintained it's fabulous tradition of creating masterpieces in sterling silver and gold plated sterling silver (vermeil). For five generations the firm has been silversmiths to the Kings and Queens of Europe as well as Presidents and Emperors around the world. Today the firm still maintains it's ranking as one of the best silversmiths in the world.

The first serving plate measures approximately 30.00 cm. in diameter, 2.70 cm. deep and weights 791 grams. The second plate is also 30.00 in diameter, 2,70 cm. deep and weights 765 grams. Both are in "Like New" condition and bear the French Government's Head of the Minerva - 1 hallmark certifying a minimum of 950 sterling silver in addition to the House of Odiot manufacturer's hallmark.