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June 2024: Day One

Thu, Jun 13, 2024 11:00AM EDT
Lot 77

Russian 84 Silver Sugar Tongs (one Kaluga City Mark), 1888, L 5"-6", 2 pcs

Estimate: $150 - $250

Bid Increments

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$30 $10
$100 $25
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$900 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
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$20,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$150,000 $10,000
Including 1 sugar tongs with ribbed sides, stamped at the interior with indecipherable maker's mark in Cyrillic, assayer's mark with 1888 date, "84", and Kaluga city mark (crown with cross), L.5" (small nick to the rim of one bowl); and 1 with engraved script monogram at one side, gilt interior, stamped with kokoshnik "84", probably Moscow, and Cyrillic maker's mark, L.6". Weighing 0.85 and 1.77 troy oz., respectively. Property of The Estate of George Omelianoff, Beverly Hills, MI. Provenance: Property of a Prominent Grosse Pointe, MI Collector

Condition

The shorter tongs with a small nick to the rim of one bowl; general condition is good. Chs | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the “Request Condition Report” or “Ask a Question” buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.

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Property of a Prominent Grosse Pointe, MI Collector