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A Russian Silver Tea Caddy
Estimate: $500-$700
Sold
$600
Live Auction
European Furniture & Decorative Arts
Description
A Russian Silver Tea Caddy
Mark of Nikolai Nikitin, St. Petersburg, 1870
marked with '84' standard on body and lid
16 ozt 15 dwt (520.98 g)
Height 3 1/4 x width 4 1/2 x depth 3 inches.
16 ozt 15 dwt (520.98 g)
Height 3 1/4 x width 4 1/2 x depth 3 inches.
Condition
In overall decent, attractive condition. Light to moderate surface scratching throughout consistent with age and use. Some shelfwear to underside. Lacking key, uncertain of locking hardware is operational. Lid opens and closes smoothly and sits flush to body. One small area of loss to hinge loops attaching handle to lid. Handle still appears firmly attached to lid. Additional images available upon request.