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A RUSSIAN COMMEMORATIVE CATHERINE THE GREAT SNUFF BOX, 18TH C. - Russian black papier-mache snuff box of circular form with a gilt-silver rim with a commemorative medal adorning the center of the top of the box. The medal depicts the image of Catherine the Great on the front, and the reverse depicts Isaac's Cathedral from a Lithograph from a drawing by O. Montferrand. A medal was minted to memorialize the laying of the foundation stone of the cathedral on August 8, 1768. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not ship in-house. A list of recommended shippers will be provided. Dimensions: D: 3 3/4 in., (9.5 cm.) Condition: Very good. Slight wear on both sides of the medal due to age.