Lively paprika red, olive green and white enameling embellish the lid and handle of this turn of the century Russian silver tea strainer. This infuser is 916/1000 silver (nearly sterling standard) and gold washed overall. The gilding is all intact. There are no chips to the enameling. The lid is hinged and snaps shut securely. This is in excellent condition measuring 4 3/4" long, weighs 25gr.
Best quality 1920s English guilloche enamel on sterling silver by Mappin & Webb, silversmith to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and His Royal Highness Prince Charles.
This 4 piece matched set bears hallmarks for sterling standard silver (cycle XXIII) London with date letter for circa 1925-1926. It is further hallmarked with the maker's and retailer's trademark as shown. The circular engine turned design is striking and the condition of the enameling excellent with no loss. 2 Natural B ...click for details
