The polished silver surface features gracefully curved stems, leaves and fine engraved details. The asymmetrical shape gives the piece an attractive and unusual appearance.

The exterior bears Russian silver hallmarks, including the 84 zolotnik standard (875/1000), and a maker’s mark.

Origin: Russian Empire
Period: Late 19th – early 20th century
Material: 84 zolotnik silver (875/1000)
Decoration: Floral engraving and monogram
Dimensions: 3.3 × 5 × 5 cm
Weight: 28 g

Condition is shown in the photographs.

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The salt cellar is of rounded, almost spherical form, with an open upper rim and a flat circular base. The exterior is richly decorated with an engraved and nielloed cityscape extending around the body, depicting churches with onion domes, bell towers, historic buildings and stylised trees.

The composition is framed by ornamental borders with fine geometric engraving. Around the upper edge is the Cyrillic inscription “ВЕЛИКИЙ УСТЮГ” (Veliky Ustyug), identifying the city represented in the decoration.

The dark niello ornament contrasts elegantly with the polished and engraved silver surface. The interior retains its gilt finish, creating a warm golden contrast with the silver exterior.

Historical background:

Veliky Ustyug, in northern Russia, is one of the historic centres of Russian silversmithing and niello decoration.

The local tradition of silver niello work developed particularly strongly during the 18th and 19th centuries and continued through the Soviet period. Veliky Ustyug craftsmen became renowned for their finely engraved silver objects decorated with black niello, frequently depicting architectural landscapes, historic monuments and ornamental compositions.

Niello is a traditional decorative technique in which engraved recesses in the metal are filled with a dark metallic compound, producing a characteristic black design against the silver background.

The present salt cellar reflects this regional artistic tradition through its detailed depiction of Veliky Ustyug’s architectural heritage.

Material:
Silver, niello decoration, gilt interior.

Marks:
Soviet 875 silver standard hallmark and additional maker’s mark on the underside. The precise maker has not been confirmed.

Origin:
USSR, Veliky Ustyug tradition.

Period:
20th century, Soviet period.

Dimensions:
Height: 4.2 cm.
Width: 5.5 cm.
Depth: 5.5 cm.

Weight:
66.3 g.

Condition:
Age-related surface wear, minor scratches and partial wear to the interior gilding, particularly around the upper rim. The niello decoration remains clearly visible. Condition is shown in the photographs.

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The basket is of oval form, raised on an oval foot and fitted with a high hinged swing handle. The body is decorated with fine beaded borders along the rim and lower edge, while the interior retains rich gilding. The handle is embellished with chased foliate ornament to the upper grip, adding a refined decorative accent to the otherwise elegant neoclassical form.

The underside bears Russian silver hallmarks, including a maker’s initials mark and the 84 zolotnik silver standard. The 84 zolotnik mark corresponds to high-grade Russian silver, approximately 875/1000 silver. The exact maker should be confirmed by direct hallmark reference, as the initials are not fully clear from the photograph.

Such silver-gilt baskets and serving dishes were used on the formal table for sweets, fruit, pastries or small delicacies, combining practical service function with decorative presentation.

Material:
Silver, gilt interior.

Marks:
Maker’s initials mark.
Russian 84 zolotnik silver standard.

Origin:
Russian Empire.

Period:
Late 19th – early 20th century.

Dimensions:
With raised handle: 21 × 26 × 20 cm.

Weight:
841 g.

Condition:
Age-related wear, light scratches, small surface marks, minor rubbing to the gilding and traces of use. Hallmarks are visible on the underside. Condition is shown in the photographs.

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The set consists of a silver-gilt podstakannik, original glass liner, matching spoon and fitted wooden case lined with blue velvet and silk. The interior of the lid bears an engraved presentation plaque with a monogram and the inscription: “In remembrance of the Confirmation, Feb. 21st 1893.” The silk lining is stamped in Cyrillic “Грачевъ, С. Петербургъ” / Grachev, St. Petersburg.

The glass holder is of cylindrical form with a shaped handle and gilt finish. It is marked with the Grachev maker’s mark, the Russian 84 zolotnik silver standard and St. Petersburg assay marks dated 1892. The spoon also bears matching Russian silver marks.

The firm of Grachev Brothers was one of the important Russian silver workshops of the late Imperial period and supplied high-quality silver and silver-gilt objects for table use, presentation gifts and luxury commissions. This set is a fine example of Russian presentation silver, combining practical tea service form with a personal commemorative inscription.

Material:
Silver-gilt, glass, wood, velvet and silk-lined fitted case.

Marks:
Grachev maker’s mark.
Russian 84 zolotnik silver standard.
St. Petersburg assay marks.
Date: 1892.

Inscription:
“In remembrance of the Confirmation, Feb. 21st 1893.”

Origin:
Russian Empire, St. Petersburg.

Period:
Late 19th century, 1892.

Total weight of the silver: 319,4 g.
Dimensions of the box: 9 x 16,5 x 16 cm.

Condition:
Age-related wear, rubbing to the gilding, light scratches and traces of use. The box shows wear to the lining and exterior, with age-related marks. Condition is shown in the photographs.

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The spoon has a rounded bowl, a long twisted handle and a small shaped terminal. The bowl is finely engraved with floral and foliate ornament arranged around a central circular reserve. The decoration combines dense engraved foliage, stylised blossoms and a structured ornamental border, giving the piece a refined late 19th-century Russian table silver character.

The form and size suggest use as a jam or preserve spoon, suitable for serving jam, berries in syrup, fruit preserves or other sweet accompaniments to the tea table.

The handle bears Russian silver hallmarks, including the 84 zolotnik standard and the date 1891. The maker’s mark appears to read “M.S.” / “МС”, Maria Semyonova, a known Moscow silver and enamel maker active in the late 19th and early 20th century.

Material:
Silver, engraved decoration.

Marks:
Russian 84 zolotnik silver standard.
Date: 1891.
Maker’s mark probably M.S. / МС, Maria Semyonova.

Origin:
Russian Empire, probably Moscow.

Period:
Late 19th century, 1891.

Dimensions:
Length: 17.7 cm.

Weight:
40.5 g.

Condition:
Age-related wear, light scratches, rubbing, patina and traces of use. Hallmarks are visible on the handle. Condition is shown in the photographs.

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The spoon has a rounded bowl, a long handle with twisted and faceted sections, and a small rounded terminal. The bowl is engraved with a decorative composition of leaves, small flowers and a central geometric cartouche. The design combines floral ornament with a more structured geometric motif, giving the piece a refined and distinctive appearance.

The form, size and relatively deep rounded bowl suggest use as a jam or preserve spoon, suitable for serving jam, berries in syrup, fruit preserves or other sweet accompaniments to the tea table.

The handle is marked with the Russian 84 zolotnik silver standard and additional maker’s / assay marks. The 84 zolotnik standard corresponds to high-grade Russian silver, approximately 875/1000. The maker’s mark is visible but should be confirmed by direct hallmark reference, as the marks are not fully legible from the photograph.

Material:
Silver, engraved decoration.

Marks:
Russian 84 zolotnik silver standard.
Additional maker’s / assay marks visible on the handle.

Origin:
Russian Empire.

Period:
19th century.

Dimensions:
Length: 19.4 cm.

Weight:
63.7 g.

Condition:
Age-related wear, light scratches, rubbing, patina and traces of use. Hallmarks are visible on the handle. Condition is shown in the photographs.

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The spoon has a rounded bowl, a long faceted handle and a shaped terminal. The bowl is finely engraved with floral sprays and foliage, giving the object an elegant decorative appearance. The handle is worked with faceted sections and ring mouldings, typical of refined Russian silver tableware of the period.

The form and size suggest use as a large jam or preserve spoon, suitable for serving jam, preserves, berries in syrup or other sweet table accompaniments.

The handle bears several hallmarks, including the Russian 84 zolotnik silver standard and maker’s marks. The 84 zolotnik standard corresponds to high-grade Russian silver, approximately 875/1000. The maker’s mark and assay mark are visible but should be confirmed by direct hallmark reference, as they are not fully legible from the photograph.

Material:
Silver, engraved decoration.

Marks:
Russian 84 zolotnik silver standard.
Maker’s and assay marks visible on the handle.

Origin:
Russian Empire.

Period:
19th century.

Dimensions:
Length: 17.8 cm.

Weight:
54.8 g.

Condition:
Age-related wear, light scratches, rubbing, patina and traces of use. Hallmarks are visible on the handle. Condition is shown in the photographs.

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The vessel is of slightly tapering scalloped form, raised on a shaped base and fitted with an elegant curved handle. The body is divided into vertical panels and engraved with ornamental cartouches, floral sprays and scrolling motifs. The interior retains gilding, creating a warm contrast with the silver exterior.

The underside is marked with the maker’s initials “A.M.”, the date 1854 and the Russian 84 zolotnik silver standard. The 84 zolotnik mark corresponds to high-grade Russian silver, approximately equivalent to 875/1000 silver. The maker and assay office should be confirmed by direct hallmark reference, as the city / assayer mark is not fully clear from the photographs.

Russian silver drinking vessels of the mid-19th century were often made with shaped lobed bodies, engraved decoration and gilt interiors, combining practical table use with decorative refinement.

Material:
Silver, gilt interior.

Marks:
Maker’s initials A.M.
Date: 1854.
Russian 84 zolotnik silver standard.

Origin:
Russian Empire.

Period:
Mid-19th century, 1854.

Dimensions:
Height: 13 cm.

Weight:
219.2 g.

Condition:
Age-related wear, light scratches, rubbing to the gilding and silver surface, small marks and traces of use. Hallmarks are visible on the underside. Condition is shown in the photographs.

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A small Russian silver-gilt spoon with a twisted handle and richly decorated bowl. The spoon is ornamented with engraved and chased floral motifs, textured ground and decorative borders.

The bowl bears a Cyrillic inscription reading “Кого Люблю Таго Дарю”, an old-style phrase meaning “To whom I love, to that person I give”. Such inscriptions were commonly used on Russian gift spoons and small silver objects intended as personal presents.

The handle is partly twisted and fitted with decorative terminals. The surface retains gilding with age-related wear, patina, oxidation and rubbing.

Origin:
Russian Empire.

Period:
Late 19th – early 20th century.

Type:
Silver-gilt gift spoon.

Material:
Silver-gilt.

Technique:
Silverwork, gilding, engraving, chasing.

Decoration:
Engraved floral ornament, textured ground, twisted handle and Cyrillic gift inscription.

Inscription:
“Кого Люблю Таго Дарю”.

Dimensions:
Length: 13 cm.

Weight:
11.4 g.

Condition:
Age-related wear, patina, oxidation, rubbing to the gilding, scratches and surface marks. The condition is shown in the photographs.

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A fine Russian silver spoon decorated with niello and engraving, made in Moscow in 1872. The spoon is struck with the 84 zolotnik silver standard, Moscow assay mark with St George, assay initials “В.С” with date 1872, and a maker’s mark, probably “ЕМ” or similar, as read from the photographs.

The bowl is richly decorated with a niello architectural town view set within a shaped cartouche. The surrounding surface is engraved with foliate ornament and geometric borders. The reverse of the bowl and the handle are also decorated with architectural motifs, leaf ornament and patterned niello-style decoration.

The combination of engraved views, dark niello contrast and finely worked ornamental borders is characteristic of Russian silver souvenir and decorative spoons of the Imperial period.

Origin:
Russian Empire, Moscow.

Period:
1872.

Type:
Silver niello spoon.

Material:
Silver, 84 zolotnik standard.

Technique:
Silverwork, engraving, niello decoration.

Decoration:
Architectural town views, foliate ornament, geometric borders and niello details.

Marks:
Moscow assay mark with St George.
84 zolotnik silver standard.
Assay initials “В.С”, dated 1872.
Maker’s mark probably “ЕМ” or similar, as read from the photographs.

Dimensions:
Length: 16.6 cm.

Weight:
60.8 g.

Condition:
Age-related wear, patina, oxidation, rubbing, surface scratches and marks. The condition is shown in the photographs.

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