Set of Six Russian Gold-washed and Enameled Silver Egg Spoons

Description:

Set of Six Russian Gold-washed and Enameled Silver Egg Spoons, Moscow, late 19th century, 84 zolotniki, maker's mark in Cyrillic, possibly for Ivan Saltykov, each spoon with light blue enameled crown-form terminal and polychrome enameled decoration to back of bowl, lg. 3 1/2 in., approx. 1.7 troy oz.
Estimate $200-300

Some minor enamel loss to the terminals of a few spoons, two pinpricks to one turquoise element on one spoon bowl, other bowls good, gold-wash good and consistent. Overall very good.


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