FABERGE - RUSSIAN IMPERIAL SILVER TEA GLASS HOLDER
This is a Russian silver tea glass holder with a molded border and an elaborately molded single handle. It's a fine Faberge item. When you touch and hold a piece of Faberge sterling, you are in contact with something truly exceptional. It connects you not only to the era of the czars but also to an even more ancient ancestry, as it is representative of all the imperial courts throughout history.
HALLMARKS: The base with 'FABERGE' silver hallmarks and 'PB' in Cyrillic. The holder with additional marks outside near top of handle and to handle side, with OWNER's initials, with a matching cut glass tumbler.
CONDITION: Very good condition for its age. The item is described to the best of our knowledge. For further information, please refer to the pictures and feel free to contact us via email with any questions. Age related wear with traces of gold inside, small dents and scratches.
PROVENANCE: 1. By descent through a THIRD generation Russian emigree family; 2. Eddie's Auction, New York, USA, May 16, 2021 (the winner will receive this information); 3. Our sale of this item adds another layer of provenance. History of sale is very IMPORTANT for serious collection.
DIMENSIONS: H. 5 inches (12.7 cm). Weight: 205 grams.
ESTIMATED PRICE: $3,000 - $8,000 (significantly lower than today's market price). You have a GREAT CHANCE to purchase a rare item for your collection, and over the years, its price will only INCREASE.
HISTORY of SALES: A few years ago, Russian silver tea glass holders were sold on Live Auctioneers, eBay, Sotheby's and Christie's for $4,375, $4,700, $7,155, and $7,400 - please refer to the screenshots for details. Today, prices have significantly increased compared to those of 5-10 years ago.
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HISTORY: Peter Karl Faberge was born into a German-Baltic family of jewellers and took over the family's jewelry shop in 1872. Besides working as a jeweller he also worked at the Hermitage in St. Petersburg, where he cataloged the jewelry collection together with his brother. FABERGE obtained his breakthrough with the now world-famous FABERGE eggs; the first egg was awarded a gold medal by the Russian Emperor Alexander III. Henceforth, numerous masterpieces were created, many commissioned by the royal family. The Russian Revolution ended FABERGE's business, but today his creations remain highly sought after by collectors. The ornate eggs fetch several million euros on the international auction market.

WIKIPEDIA: Tea is an important part of Russian culture. Due in part to Russia's cold northern climate, it is today considered the de facto national beverage, one of the most popular beverages in the country, and is closely associated with traditional Russian culture. Russian tea is brewed and can be served sweet, and hot or cold. It is traditionally taken at afternoon tea, but has since spread as an all day drink, especially at the end of meals, served with dessert. A notable aspect of Russian tea culture is the samovar, which is used for brewing.

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