Lot 941 , A mid 19th century Russian 84 zolotnik silver and niello snuff box, 2.75in.

A mid 19th century Russian 84 zolotnik silver and niello snuff box, of rectangular form, the lid decorated with landscape scene, assay master, A.C 1857, master, 3K?, 2.75in.
Estimate £150-200

There is some visible wear to the corners of the lid but no holes. There is some minor rubbing/loss to the niello work to parts of the lid. There is some rubbing/loss to the niello work to the front left corner of the lid and down the right side of the lid. The right side of the lid also has a small dent. There is a small dent to the base and again some minor loss to the niello work to parts of the base. Marks clear.


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Sold for £150