Silver-gilt and niello hinged ladies minaudière with indented sides, on the cover is an extensive view of the Moscow Kremlin over a sunburst background. Inside is a pink silk moiré lining with compartments and a notebook. Back side is decorated with a floral motif.
Russian Silver & Niello Cigar Case
reference number: RS_056
circa 1850
silver
length: 14.3 cm
maker’s mark: Cyrillic initials F.V. of unidentified master
assay mark of Moscow
silver standard: 84 zolotnik