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Sorry for the auction link...it was the only photo I could find.

Upon further searching, I came across this page showing a flatware service with the crest on it. It does match this flatware service and so may, indeed, be a crab/lobster tool.

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Possibly, but it seems rather thick for that purpose. I've googled every type of pick and haven't found anything remotely like it. Most flatware pieces in sterling silver tend to be much more ornate also. In my research, I've discovered that it's possible that this was owned by a German officer prio...

I've looked through all the mystery objects and haven't found anything like it. I'm not sure if it's part of a flatware set or belongs to a larger piece. The assay mark is a Minerva's head and the maker's mark is "E - un canif de bureau - P" for Puiforcat. Any help is great appreciated! ht...

Based on the hallmark (Minerva's head) and maker's mark (E - un canif de bureau - P), I'm guessing it can't be older than the late 20's? However, I'm not sure about the crest. Any help is greatly appreciated. http://i1076.photobucket.com/albums/w457/kcole814/Silver/2012-04-29_17-53-48_349.jpg