First half of the 19th century, assay master's appears to be Nicholai Bubrovin, maker's mark possibly that of Alexei Sokolov of Moscow, the hinged cover with figural scene against an engine turned ground and flanked by floral panels, the underside featuring an architectural view.

2 5/8 x 1.5 in.

1.85 troy oz.

Private Collection, Winston-Salem, NC Collection of Ambassador and Mrs. Graham Martin, former envoy to Thailand, Italy, and South Vietnam

$300 - 500