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Lot Essay
The adoption of the Paris silver standard of 11 deniers 12 grains (958%) in Strasbourg in 1725 was motivated by economic, commercial, and political considerations.
Following the incorporation of Alsace into the French kingdom, Strasbourg became increasingly integrated into French commercial networks. In 1725, the adoption of the Paris standard of 11 deniers 12 grains (958%) ensured that Strasbourg silver met a fineness recognised throughout France, facilitating trade and the circulation of silver objects across the kingdom.
By aligning Strasbourg with the Paris standard, authorities could apply more uniform testing and hallmarking procedures, thereby strengthening oversight of the goldsmiths' trade. For Strasbourg's goldsmiths, the high standard of 11 deniers 12 grains (958% fine silver) also helped preserve the city's reputation for exceptional workmanship.
For another lot by this maker see lot 58.
Following the incorporation of Alsace into the French kingdom, Strasbourg became increasingly integrated into French commercial networks. In 1725, the adoption of the Paris standard of 11 deniers 12 grains (958%) ensured that Strasbourg silver met a fineness recognised throughout France, facilitating trade and the circulation of silver objects across the kingdom.
By aligning Strasbourg with the Paris standard, authorities could apply more uniform testing and hallmarking procedures, thereby strengthening oversight of the goldsmiths' trade. For Strasbourg's goldsmiths, the high standard of 11 deniers 12 grains (958% fine silver) also helped preserve the city's reputation for exceptional workmanship.
For another lot by this maker see lot 58.