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Russian Silver Casket

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Stock: 9108

Date: Circa 1890

Country: Russia

A 19th century Russian (Georgia) silver filigree casket of rectangular form and raised on four scroll feet. The quality of...

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Description

Description

A 19th century Russian (Georgia) silver filigree casket of rectangular form and raised on four scroll feet. The quality of the filigree work is exquisite. The hinged lid with domed centre has an applied flower to each corner and to the centre. There is a folding catch to the front and swing handles either side.

Weight 234 grams, 7.5 troy oz.
Length 13.5 cm. Width 8.5 cm. height 8.5 cm.
Tbilissi, Georgia
1882-1898.
84 zolotnik silver grade*.
Maker’s mark KC (KS).

Marks. Stamped with Russian silver marks for Tbilissi, Georgia 1882-1898 on the front edge and underneath the base.

Literature: *Russian silver fineness is measured in zolotniks and there are 96 zolotniks to the Russian pound. 84 zolotniks corresponds to 875 parts per 1000 silver whereas sterling silver has 925 parts per 1000 silver.

Condition

This Russian silver box is in good crisp condition. The filigree work is mainly in very good condition with a few faults mainly close to the hinge.

Maker Information

No maker assigned

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