$2,500
RUSSIAN SILVER, CHAMPLEVE ENAMEL & DIAMOND CIGAR CASE, ST. PETERSBURG, C. 1885, L 4 3/4":Rectangular hinged box with rounded corners, the whole enameled with colorful shapes and stylized griffins, the cover centered by four round diamonds. Stamped at the interior with the arms of the city enclosed with 88 (.916 silver, see photo). Overall dimensions, H.1", W.2 5/8", L.4 3/4". Weighing approximately 7.5 troy oz.
Auctioneer:
Dumouchelle Art Galleries
Date:
2007-02-17