French “DIAMANT” corkscrew by Jacques Pérille (Paris) a late 19th century

Patented in Paris on 24 October 1887 by Jacques Pérille, the Diamant corkscrew takes its name from the distinctive diamond shaped travelling flange on the shank a defining feature of this ingenious mechanical design.
Stamped  DIAMANT JP PARIS, this example represents early production, dating to the late 1880s, when Pérille’s invention set a new standard for precision and durability in French corkscrew engineering.

A true collector’s piece, admired for both its technical innovation and timeless industrial elegance. Circa 1887–1895

Dimensions
Length 183 mm
Handle length 65,3 mm
Weight 175 grams