Silver, Glass and Ceramics

December 12, 2012

LOT 8

Lot 8

Russian Yellow Gold Rectangular Cigarette Case, August Hollming for Fabergé, St. Petersburg, c.1910

Russian Yellow Gold Rectangular Cigarette Case, August Hollming for Fabergé, St. Petersburg, c.1910
Lot 8 Details
Russian Yellow Gold Rectangular Cigarette Case, August Hollming for Fabergé, St. Petersburg, c.1910

with oval sapphire cabochon thumbpiece
4.6" x 3.3" — 11.6 x 8.3 cm.
5.7 oz. — 176 grams

Estimate $4,000-$6,000

Realised: $7,200
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Minor dent at one edge; otherwise in good condition; well marked inside both sides

LOT 8
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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