This is a beautiful 18th century French silver sifter

or sugar spoon marked for the city of Paris

dated 1778 by the silversmith,

Nicolas Gonthier, active from 1768.

The spoon is decorated a crest

surmounted by a count's coronet.

The spoon measures 8 1/4 inches

and weighs 3.2 ounces.

Excellent condition without restoration.

Insured shipping costs $25.