ANTIQUE RUSSIAN SILVER,GARNET,GOLD WASH CIGARETTE CASE

absolutely stunning Russian 84 silver cigarette case
featuring an undulation of rippled indentures crowned
with a cabochon garnet that allows entrance to and exit
from the gold washed interior

4" long  x 3" wide x 0.5" deep
189.9 grams of 84 silver

inscription
6th of April 1903

stamps/signatures
84 with the "kokoshnik" mark
(introduced in 1896)

cyrilic I. A. maker's mark,
which we have still not been
able to identify


condition
general minor wear to the silver surfaces,
commensurate (or less) with the 109 year age;
there are no significant dents or dings and no
effort has been made on this seller's part to
polish or buff or in any way infringe upon the
natural patina of the silver

minor rubbing to cabochon garnet not enough
 to warrant cosmetic attention and tension provided
to secure closing and opening remains strong

interior gilt surfaces and inscription are in excellent
condition, while the one side is wanting one
 of the original two elasticized guards to help
maintain order in the court

terms of sale
--> seller can cancel any bid
and/or end auction at any time
--> winning domestic bidder can collect case in
 Marina del Rey, CA, or pays registered priority  and a
handling fee to cover full insurance
--> winning international bidder pays for shipping in
a way that is insurable for the full amount, the charges for
which will also be paid by the winner in handling fees, along
with whatever customs or duties are assessed upon delivery  
--> payment by Moneybookers or PayPal within
72 hours of receiving final invoice
--> item sold as is - sales are final, noting......
--> authenticity and condition are 100% guaranteed



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