Stunning antique Russia .875 silver Troika podstakannik (tea glass holder) with original cut glass liner. Marked 84 zolotnik which indicates .875 silver purity and maker’s mark CБ. Based upon research and the provenance of this piece, we believe this to be a piece of silver made in Russian Harbin during the emigration period circa 1920s to 1930s, following the 1917 Revolution that saw many emigres depart their homeland. Beautifully made with high-relief repousse work as well as an inscription to the back which reads “Dear Dmitri Davidoch/ from the Kardashian family” in Russian Cyrillic. Gilt interior.
Price marked at $3000 AUD.
Measurements: 212.6 grams silver weight, 424.8 total weight including liner. Podstakannik height 11cm, 8cm base diameter. Tea glass liner 10.5cm height, 7cm height.
Excellent antique condition with minimal wear overall commensurate with age. Some wear to gilt interior as pictured.
