Amplifier power versus maximum speaker input power


What are the ramifications of using an amplifier that exceeds the maximum input power handling rating of a speaker? I am thinking of getting a pair of Reference 3A Dulcets -- rated at a max of 100Watts RMS into 6ohms -- yet our Threshold S/500 II puts out 250Watts at 8ohms. I normally do not listen at more than 90db. Thank you for your input.
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The drawback I had with high power amplifiers driving efficient speakers is that I couldn't bring my volume control much past 9:00 on the dial. This is not a good idea since most pre amps sound better if more of the volume dial is used.
Roscoeiii,

Thank you for clearing that up. This was an issue I had a while back and not so now as I use a 6 wpc SET and I am able to use most of the volume control (especially with the phono section). I now know the importance of amp/ pre amp matching.