Lot 454
  • 454

A Fabergé silver box, workmaster Anders Nevalainen, St Petersburg, 1899-1904

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • silver, ruby
  • diameter 6.3cm, 2 3/8 in.
of circular cushion form, the lid inset with a silver 1 ruble coin of Empress Anna Ioannovna dated 1737, reeded sides and base, gold and cabochon ruby thumbpiece, gilt interior, struck with workmaster's initials and K.Fabergé in Cyrillic, 88 standard, scratched inventory number 10771 or 10701

Condition

Excellent condition. The coin very slightly loose within its mount and the surface slightly worn. The interior with one or two light scratches.
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