Two silver cigar cases, the first Samuel Arnd, the second Grachev, St Petersburg, mid/ late 19th century

the first applied with Vladimir in stylised Cyrillic below an Imperial crown, the second of cigar form for a single large cigar, both 84 standard, the second with workmaster's initials AN (Cyrillic)

First: Good condition, although it is apparent that this case was used frequently. Shallow dents and surface scratches overall. The applied 'Vladimir' is slightly loose. Second: Excellent condition, with minor surface scratches consistent with age and use. Good weight.
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