Russian Imperial Silver 84 Desk Paper Holder On Malachite Base St. Petersburg

Authentic Russian Imperial desk accessory. The silver top marked 84 in the square box with a head of a woman what was identified for St. The top is mounted on a marble base. The total weight of the item 3 lb. 3oz or 1.45 kg.

Some chips on the top showing regular ware of the age. A small piece is lost. Not visible in the regular position on the very bottom. Overall good condition considering the age. The hallmarks on this Russian desk accessory indicate that it was made after 1908 in St.

Petersburg, Russia, the metal portion of which is 87.5% pure silver, marble base appears to be from the Ural Mountains, 5 x 8 1/4.

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