Antique Imperial Russian Solid Silver Egg - J.e. Sallman, St Petersburg, Mid-19th Century

Name: Antique Imperial Russian Solid Silver Egg - J.e. Sallman, St Petersburg, Mid-19th Century
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA776208
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Artisan Antiques

Description

We are delighted to offer this unique silver Russian easter egg made by silversmith J.E. Sallman in St Petersburg during the mid 19th Century (c.1850).

The exterior has a bright-cut style engraving of decorative bands, natural motifs and leaf designs encompassing both the lower and upper half of the egg.

The egg can be opened by twisting the two ends, revealing a hollow compartment interior.

As such, small items may be stored inside the egg - e.g. pills/tablets if one desires to do so.

The egg has an intricate level of craftsmanship; from the overall aesthetic proportions to the perfect fit of the twist lid whereby the engraving aligns perfectly upon closure.

The egg is hallmarked with the 84 Zolotnik mark, St Petersburg anchor mark and the maker's mark for J.E.Sallman (IES).

A lovely piece of Imperial Russian Silverware with a novelty and collectable aspect for both silver and Russian history enthusiasts.

SIZE

Size (mm) Diameter: 28mm Height: 42mm

Size (inches) Diameter: 1.10 Height: 1.65

Weight: 15 grams (0.52 oz)

CONDITION

Excellent Condition - The egg is in excellent antique condition. There are no cracks, dents or issues. Only very minor scratch marks are present as expected with its age. Please refer to the photographs to examine the condition in further detail.

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Physical Dimensions

Height

4.2cm (1.65")

Width

2.8cm (1.10")

Depth

2.8cm (1.10")

Declaration

Artisan Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA776208

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Description

We are delighted to offer this unique silver Russian easter egg made by silversmith J.E. Sallman in St Petersburg during the mid 19th Century (c.1850).

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The exterior has a bright-cut style engraving of decorative bands, natural motifs and leaf designs encompassing both the lower and upper half of the egg.

Artisan Antiques

fig 1. Antique Imperial Russian Solid Silver Egg - J.E. Sallman, St Petersburg, Mid-19th Century — fig 1. Antique Imperial Russian Solid Silver Egg - J.e. Sallman, St Petersburg, Mid-19th Century

The egg can be opened by twisting the two ends, revealing a hollow compartment interior.

As such, small items may be stored inside the egg - e.g. pills/tablets if one desires to do so.

The egg has an intricate level of craftsmanship; from the overall aesthetic proportions to the perfect fit of the twist lid whereby the engraving aligns perfectly upon closure.

fig 2. Antique Imperial Russian Solid Silver Egg - J.E. Sallman, St Petersburg, Mid-19th Century — fig 2. Antique Imperial Russian Solid Silver Egg - J.e. Sallman, St Petersburg, Mid-19th Century

The egg is hallmarked with the 84 Zolotnik mark, St Petersburg anchor mark and the maker's mark for J.E.Sallman (IES).

A lovely piece of Imperial Russian Silverware with a novelty and collectable aspect for both silver and Russian history enthusiasts.

fig 3. Antique Imperial Russian Solid Silver Egg - J.E. Sallman, St Petersburg, Mid-19th Century — fig 3. Antique Imperial Russian Solid Silver Egg - J.e. Sallman, St Petersburg, Mid-19th Century

SIZE

Size (mm) Diameter: 28mm Height: 42mm

Size (inches) Diameter: 1.10 Height: 1.65

Weight: 15 grams (0.52 oz)

CONDITION

Excellent Condition - The egg is in excellent antique condition. There are no cracks, dents or issues. Only very minor scratch marks are present as expected with its age. Please refer to the photographs to examine the condition in further detail.