Russian Silver Erotic Seal
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- Height:
3 Inches - Period:
19th Century - Origin:
Russian
This rare Russian silver hot wax seal is sure to turn heads with the steamy, erotic scene atop the handle. The stamp bears a full Russian hallmark, with the Moscow assay mark of A. Svyechin (1862-1875), as well as the "88 zolotnik" mark.
Dated 1869
3" high
The zolotnik is the Russian unit of measure for precious metals, just as the troy ounce is used in English-speaking countries. In the sterling silver standard, pure silver is notated as 1000/1000, while the Russian equivalent is 96/96. Sterling silver is 925/1000, or 92.5% pure silver. In the case of this silver stamp, 88/96 would translate to 916/1000, or 91.6% pure silver.
Dated 1869
3" high
The zolotnik is the Russian unit of measure for precious metals, just as the troy ounce is used in English-speaking countries. In the sterling silver standard, pure silver is notated as 1000/1000, while the Russian equivalent is 96/96. Sterling silver is 925/1000, or 92.5% pure silver. In the case of this silver stamp, 88/96 would translate to 916/1000, or 91.6% pure silver.
