{"product_id":"rare-17th-century-silver-baby-rattle-with-engraved-spherical-ends-and-bell-pendants","title":"Rare 17th Century Silver Baby Rattle with Engrave Spherical Ends and Bell Pendants","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"70\" data-start=\"0\" data-section-id=\"yduzpq\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eRare 17th Century Silver Child’s Rattle with Engraved Globular Ends\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"395\" data-start=\"72\"\u003eAn exceptionally rare 17th-century silver child’s rattle, distinguished by its elongated double-ended form and richly worked globular terminals. Each rounded end is decorated with hand-worked foliate and geometric motifs, displaying the irregular character and individual craftsmanship associated with early silver objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"688\" data-start=\"397\"\u003eA slender tubular handle connects the two ornamental terminals, while small suspended silver pendants create gentle movement and sound. The naturally aged surface retains a deep patina with warmer gilt-toned traces, emphasizing the relief of the decoration and the rattle’s considerable age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1096\" data-start=\"690\"\u003eSilver rattles became important luxury objects during the Renaissance and were often presented to children from prosperous families. Beyond their practical purpose, they served as symbols of protection, family status and prosperity. Period portraits from the 16th and 17th centuries occasionally depict children wearing precious-metal rattles suspended from the waist. \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1348\" data-start=\"1098\"\u003eSurviving examples from this early period are uncommon, particularly those retaining their principal structure and suspended elements. This piece offers collectors an evocative connection to childhood, domestic life and early European silversmithing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1361\" data-start=\"1350\" data-section-id=\"1dr5t50\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1901\" data-start=\"1363\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-end=\"1374\" data-start=\"1365\"\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17th century\u003cbr data-end=\"1390\" data-start=\"1387\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-end=\"1405\" data-start=\"1392\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver\u003cbr data-end=\"1415\" data-start=\"1412\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-end=\"1428\" data-start=\"1417\"\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double-ended rattle with globular terminals\u003cbr data-end=\"1475\" data-start=\"1472\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-end=\"1492\" data-start=\"1477\"\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-worked foliate and geometric ornament\u003cbr data-end=\"1538\" data-start=\"1535\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-end=\"1552\" data-start=\"1540\"\u003eAccents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suspended silver pendants\u003cbr data-end=\"1581\" data-start=\"1578\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-end=\"1597\" data-start=\"1583\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique condition with surface wear, oxidation, patina and expected age-related irregularities\u003cbr data-end=\"1695\" data-start=\"1692\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-end=\"1714\" data-start=\"1697\"\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add exact length and terminal diameter\u003cbr data-end=\"1756\" data-start=\"1753\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-end=\"1769\" data-start=\"1758\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add exact gram weight\u003cbr data-end=\"1794\" data-start=\"1791\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-end=\"1812\" data-start=\"1796\"\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collectors of early silver, historical children’s objects and European decorative arts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1923\" data-start=\"1903\" data-section-id=\"4dkazj\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2141\" data-start=\"1925\"\u003eThis should be presented as a historical collector’s object rather than as a modern toy. I would also avoid the word \u003cstrong data-end=\"2056\" data-start=\"2042\"\u003e“sterling”\u003c\/strong\u003e unless the silver standard has been professionally tested or confirmed by hallmarks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DSF Antique Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44513282064450,"sku":null,"price":3950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0142\/3405\/8816\/files\/Rare_17th_Century_Silver_Baby_Rattle_with_Engrave_Spherical_Ends_and_Bell_Pendants.jpg?v=1784921852","url":"https:\/\/dsfantiquejewelry.com\/products\/rare-17th-century-silver-baby-rattle-with-engraved-spherical-ends-and-bell-pendants","provider":"DSF Antique Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}