Rare Russian Silver-Gilt Niello Kovsh, Moscow, 1847

a silver-gilt and niello kovsh of traditional form with raised prow and hook handle, all over intricate niello scroll work to the handle and underside, marked under the base with a Cyrillic maker’s mark of ‘AK’, Moscow assayer’s mark of ‘A.K.’ with date of 1847

Measurements:

length 17.5 cm weight 220 grams

• EStimate $2,500 - $3,500