Lot 383
  • 383

A silver tankard, Antip Kuzmichev, Moscow, 1888

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • silver
  • height 16.3cm, 6 1/2 in.
chased and engraved with strapwork framing two oval reserves within geometric borders, the rim with Russian inscription 'Beer is no miracle, honey is no joy, only love is the staff of life', 84 standard, scratched numbers 563 and 2101

Condition

Good condition, with a nick to the rim, the hinge slightly loose, overall surface scratches consistent with age.
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