Christofle 1844 - 1862 Hallmark

Christofle 1844 - 1862 Hallmark is a European sterling silver hallmark, produced 1844–1862.

MakerChristofle
MarkChristofle 1844 - 1862 Hallmark
Period1844–1862
RegionEuropean
TypeMaker's mark
Christofle 1844 - 1862 Hallmark hallmark

How is Christofle 1844 - 1862 Hallmark identified?

The Christofle hallmark from 1844 to 1862 represents one of the most historically significant phases in the firm’s development — the early industrial and imperial years under Charles Christofle. During this period, Christofle revolutionized French silvermaking by adopting the electroplating process (introduced from England), enabling the creation of high-quality silver-plated wares that rivaled solid silver in brilliance and durability. This hallmark typically features the scales of justice flanked by the initials “CC” for Charles Christofle, accompanied by a rooster or bee symbol, depending on the piece’s date and production site. These marks signify authenticity and superior workmanship, emblematic of the brand’s prestigious commissions for Napoleon III’s court and leading 19th-century institutions. Pieces bearing the 1844–1862 hallmark capture the grandeur of the Second Empire, blending neoclassical elegance with industrial innovation — a pivotal era that established Christofle’s global reputation for refined silver artistry.

What is Christofle sterling silver worth?

SebastianCharles Auctions catalogues and sells Christofle sterling silver at auction from our gallery at 5263 Edina Industrial Blvd, Edina, Minnesota. Value depends on the individual piece and its condition. Send photographs of the mark and the piece for a free auction estimate, or call (612) 280-1377. Formal written appraisals are billed hourly from $150, with most reports delivered within two weeks.

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