Shoehorn | Antique 1930s Deco Silver 1000 Handle

A shoehorn that has been used and has aged well — the kind of object that acquires presence rather than losing it.

Stainless steel blade with “inox” stamped directly on the surface — a mark of its production era. Handle in silver 1000, the purest hallmark grade, developing a warm patina consistent with decades of daily use. The form is elongated and precise. Rare to find with both materials intact and the hallmark legible.

French silversmithing of the mid-20th century operated under strict hallmarking laws, with silver grades clearly stamped on all pieces entering commerce. The 1000 hallmark — denoting near-pure silver — was reserved for the finest pieces and is less common in functional objects like this, which were typically produced in lower grades. A piece like this sits at the intersection of craft and everyday use.

Key Features

• Finish / Hardware: Silver 1000 handle · Stainless steel blade stamped “Acier”
• Era: 1930s French production
• Features: Full-length shoehorn · Hallmarked handle · Mixed materials
• Included: Shoehorn only

Care Instructions

• Wipe the blade with a dry cloth — it will not tarnish
• The silver handle benefits from occasional polishing with a soft silver cloth
• Avoid harsh silver dips on the handle — they strip patina that has taken decades to develop
• Store away from humidity to protect the handle