A Russian lacquer box, mid-19th century

rectangular with rounded corners, the lid with a winter troika, 10cm., 4in.; and a parcel-gilt silver seal, of pierced tassel form, the sides with medallic stars, surmounted by a coronet, the matrix engraved with the coat of arms of a continental baron, 5.3cm., 2 i.n high (2)

good condition,
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