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November Day 2: Dwell in Beauty

Thu, Nov 17, 2022 11:00AM EST
Lot 457

2 Russian Silver Niello Cases 19th c.

Estimate: $200 - $400

Bid Increments

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$0 $25
$300 $50
$1,000 $100
$3,000 $200
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
$500,000 $25,000
$1,000,000 $50,000
$10,000,000 $100,000
Group of two 19th c. Russian silver niello cases; one with a foliate design and the other with a cityscape of Moscow. One monogrammed. Both with impressed Kokoshnik marks, one with an assay mark dated 1879, and makers' marks.

Provenance: Property from the distinguished collection of Mr. James Lee Soffer, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Smaller case; height: 3/4 in x width: 2 7/8 in x depth: 1 3/4 in. Bigger case; height: 1 in x width: 4 in x depth: 1 7/8 in.

Condition

The items are in excellent condition; no visible dents or cracks. None of them show any sign of restoration under UV light. Along the interior, there is oxidation and light wear throughout. Please contact us for a detailed condition report. Please note that the lack of a condition statement does not imply perfect condition. Email condition@revereauctions.com with any condition questions.

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