Presentation snuffboxwith cipher of Nicholas II (1868-1918) 1896-1908
Gold, diamonds, enamel, seed pearl | 9.2 x 6.5 x 3.0 cm (whole object) | RCIN 19121
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Russian Imperial presentation box, rectangular with rounded corners, yellow weave and blue sunburst guilloché enamel, lid set with seed pearl border, rose diamond crowned cyrillic NII cipher flanked by gold laurel branches tied below with rose diamond ribbon.
Provenance
Emperor Nicholas II; Given by Queen Mary to King George V on his birthday, 3 June 1934
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Creator(s)
(jeweller)(workmaster)(nationality)Acquirer(s)
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Medium and techniques
Gold, diamonds, enamel, seed pearl
Measurements
9.2 x 6.5 x 3.0 cm (whole object)
Alternative title(s)
Presentation snuffbox with cipher of Nicholas II (1868 - 1918)