Early 19th century Russian silver snuff box by Ivan Kaltikov, circa 1825

Description

Antique early 19th century Russian silver snuff box by Ivan kaltikov, Moscow, circa 1825.
An Antique and hard to come by early 19th century Russian silver snuff box with gold wash interior by Moscow silversmith Ivan kaltikov ( 1820-1834)  and with Assay marks of Nicholai Bubrovin ( Moscow1822-1855). The box is engraved with views of  St Petersburgh monuments; the statue of Peter the Great on Senatskaia square with St Isaac's Cathedral and the buildings of the former senate and synod in the background. it is decorated all around the sides. It is composed of solid 84 Zolotnik Silver (the Russian standard of .875 used most frequently at the time) and is stamped  twice on the gold wash interior with the maker's marks, the assay mark and the mark for the city of Moscow ( St george slaying the dragon). It is in very good age appropriate condition, with age appropriate wear but no deep scratches or dents. Weight: 90.3 grams
Size
: 3 3/8" L x 1 3/4" W x 3/4" H
9 cm L x 4.5 cm W x 1.9 cm H
Condition
:  Very good age appropriate condition. Please look at the detail photos.
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