MILLON
235
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Set comprising a silver egg pendant
(875 thousandths) with e…
See original version (French)
235
-
Set comprising a silver egg pendant
(875 thousandths) with e…
See original version (French)
Estimate €150 - €200
Voluntary lot
Description
Set comprising a silver egg pendant
(875 thousandths) with enamelled polychrome cloisonné decoration of flowers, and a pendant formed by a miniature silver icon 84 zolotniks (875 thousandths) of the Mother of God of Korsoun and a painted wooden amulet.
Russia, early 20th century.
No apparent hallmark for the egg.
H. 1.5 cm (egg); H. 2 cm (icon). Total gross weight: 3.4 g.
Provenance
- Given by Grand Duke Michael Alexandrovich of Russia (1878-1918) to Serge Benett and Edith Benett, née Rata (1882-?), respectively riding instructor and governess to the Grand Duke during his exile in England between 1912 and 1914.
- The estate then passed to their daughter, Mary Benett (1916-1983).
- Then by descent.
See original version (French)
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