No. 001 - Tastevin
Early 1800’s French tastevin
Sterling with 1785 Louis XVI Ecu
24 x 26 cm
A tastevin is a small, shallow silver cup or saucer traditionally used by winemakers and sommeliers to judge the maturity, quality, taste, and color of a wine.
Coins were historically used as a decorative element and to help reflect light. The coin, as well as the divots and reservoirs allow the taster to better assess the wine’s color and clarity in dimly lit wine cellars - the coin's raised surfaces and text would catch the candlelight.
Tastevin with 1785 Louis XVI Ecu
