Belt, XIXth Russian wedding belt in niellated silver, gold and silver threads (1) - .875 (84 Zolotniki) silver, Gold - Russia - Late 19th century
Splendid 19th century Russian wedding belt, in niello silver, gold and silver threads! The diamond-shaped buckle is embellished with 4 medallions whose centres are inlaid with turquoise cabochons. It contains a small removable dagger held on by a chain. The Cyrillic letters spell ‘CAUCASUS’ It is niello silver, grade 84, but hallmarks are not visible, because you would have to unravel the belt to see them. . . The belt is made of gold and silver threads! Length 56 cm, Width 5 cm, Weight 89 g Registered and insured shipment: €28.
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Splendid 19th century Russian wedding belt, in niello silver, gold and silver threads! The diamond-shaped buckle is embellished with 4 medallions whose centres are inlaid with turquoise cabochons. It contains a small removable dagger held on by a chain. The Cyrillic letters spell ‘CAUCASUS’ It is niello silver, grade 84, but hallmarks are not visible, because you would have to unravel the belt to see them. . . The belt is made of gold and silver threads! Length 56 cm, Width 5 cm, Weight 89 g Registered and insured shipment: €28.