Russian .875 Silver Basket

Description:

Russian .875 Silver Basket, St. Petersburg, 1795-1826, Alexander Yashinov, assayer, with a bail handle, gold-washed interior, and gadrooned lower body, on an oval foot, ht. 7 3/4 in., approx. 12.4 troy oz.
Estimate $300-500

Handle unmarked. Foot joint loose (need to be tightened). Minor dent to foot (rocks slightly). Otherwise good condition, minor surface wear.


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