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Antique Russian Silver Spice Box

About the Item

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Russian silver box; an addition to our Russian silverware collection This exceptional antique Russian silver spice box has a rectangular form with rounded corners. The surface of this silver box is plain and unembellished. The two hinged hallmarked covers each have a subtle protruding thumbpiece and open to reveal the original gilt interiors. The hallmarks struck to the interior of this antique Russian box include: Maker's mark: ?? (untraced) Assay mark: ?.?, 1854 (Andrey Antonovich Kovalsky/?????? ????????? ?????????) Silver quality/purity mark: 84 (84 zolotniks*) City Mark: Moscow, Russia 84 zolotniki is equivalent to 875/1000 or .875 standard silver Condition This antique Russian silver box is an exceptional gauge of silver for its type, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition in keeping with age. The Russian hallmarks struck to the interior of the base and covers are all very clear. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this antique Russian silverware. Dimensions Length 9.3cm/3.7" Width 5.6cm/2.2" Height 1.8cm/0.7" Weight 4.3 troy ounces/133g Maker: Untraced Maker's Marks Date: 1854 Origin: Moscow, Russia. SKU A7613
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.7 in (1.78 cm)Width: 2.2 in (5.59 cm)Depth: 3.7 in (9.4 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1854
  • Condition:
    Please see main description.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A76131stDibs: LU1200218531372

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