A Russian silver and cloisonne cigarette case Aleksandr Vlad...

Hammer

£700

A Russian silver and cloisonne cigarette case Aleksandr Vladislavovich Skovronsky, Moscow 1896, makers mark for Vasily M Ashmarin and 88 kokoshnik mark, of rounded rectangular form and richly decorated with scrolling floral and foliate decoration throughout in jewel-like colours, gilt interior, 9.8cm x 6.2cm, gross weight 4.8ozt

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Externally - two white dots to left of clasp appear to be chipped and nibbled.
All white dots to corner sections are chipped.
Wear most noticeable to the white beads, the majority of which are showing wear (to both sides)
Some tarnishing throughout and would benefit from a good clean.
Wear to the enamelling throughout commensurate to age, wear and use.
Internal elasticated retainer missing.
Gilding to interior bright.
Marks clear and legible.
Small dent to inner rim of one corner.