184 - A RUSSIAN STYLE SILVER GILT AND ENAMEL PILLBOX WITH SIN THE FABERGÉ STYLE

A RUSSIAN STYLE SILVER GILT AND ENAMEL PILLBOX WITH SIN THE FABERGÉ STYLE An oblong pillbox with rounded ends, decorated with deep violet enamel and diagonal bands of white enamel dots bordered in light blue. The hinged lid features conforming geometric decoration centered by a reddish brown cabochon, its rim ornamented with alternating green roundels and light blue reserves. Gilt interior and stepped base. The underside bears spurious Fabergé and "88" purity marks. Dimensions: L: 3 1/2 in., (8.7 cm.) Condition: Good overall with light surface scratches and wear to the gilding, particularly underneath and along the edges. The enamel is well preserved. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All statements contained in the catalog, condition reports, invoices, advertisements, or elsewhere concerning the authorship, attribution, origin, date, age, period, culture, source, provenance, authenticity, genuineness, condition, rarity, importance, or value of any lot are statements of opinion only and shall not be construed as representations, warranties, or statements of fact. All lots are sold "as-is", refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not offer in-house shipping. We will provide a list of recommended shippers upon request.