Bidspirit auction | A RUSSIAN SILVER SAMORODOK CIGARETTE

A RUSSIAN SILVER SAMORODOK CIGARETTE CASE - A beautiful silver cigarette case, processed using the reticulation technique, which is usually referred to as ”samorodok”. The technique allows creating wrinkles and folds on a silver surface. The interior is gilded. A clasp lock set with a gem button. The lid has a hallmark and an engraved date: X.XII.1909. Early 20th century. Weight: 3.1 oz., 88 g. Dimensions: Box 3 3/8 x 2 in. (8.6 x 5 cm.) Condition: Very good