Postby nobilityhouse » Wed Dec 12, 2012 4:25 pm
This appears to be the coat of arms for the noted family of science, the VON STRUVE family. They are from German/Prussian/Russian areas and have spread out with the various generations. Gifts from visitors and colleagues could certainly include French silver. It is possible to see a document with the arms on it by entering in Google Image the phrase Stöckhl Struve and it will bring up a listing from a seller in Germany. Kind regards.