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FABERGE - ANTIQUE GOLD and SILVER CIGARETTE CASE
This antique Russian silver cigarette case features a hinged cover adorned with engraved floral and foliate images, with gilt owner initials mounted at the center. The back holds a relief inscription 'REVEKA', and the interior is lined with gold wash. It is equipped with a push-button lock surmounted by a ruby cabochon. This piece dates to the early 20th century and is a fine example of Faberge craftsmanship. When you touch and hold a piece of Faberge sterling, you connect with something truly exceptional. It not only links you to the era of the czars but also to an even more ancient ancestry, representing the grandeur of imperial courts throughout history.
HALLMARKS: Both parts are hallmarked with an '84' silver standard mark next to a female head in a kokoshnik turned to the right and the 'K. FABERGE' workshops mark.
CONDITION: Overall good condition. Signs of age and wear. For further information, please refer to the pictures.
PROVENANCE: 1. From collection, representing the second generation of Russian emigration in the USA; 2. Antique Arena Inc, Brooklyn, NY, USA, January 28, 2023 (the winner will receive this information); 3. Our sale of this item adds another layer of provenance (please print this page). History of sale is very IMPORTANT for serious collection.
DIMENSIONS: 4 x 3 inches (10.2 x 7.6 cm). Weight: 140 grams.
ESTIMATED PRICE: $2,000 - $6,000 (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 Imperial silver cigarette cases were sold on Live Auctioneers, Heritage and Christie's for $6,700 (6 years ago), $10,157 (18 years ago), $12,500 (14 years ago), and $14,340 (16 years ago) - please refer to the screenshots for details. Today, prices have significantly increased compared to those of 5-10 years ago.
WARRANTY: The buyer has 5 days to inspect items for originality, valued at up to $5,000, and 10 days for items valued at $5,000 or more. Items can be returned to the seller for a refund; please refer to the Terms for more details.
NO RESERVE: More than 70% of all auctioned items have NO reserve price. Among the remaining items, there is a very reasonable reserve price set.
PAYMENT: For this particular item, please use Wire transfer, Zelle, Certified Check, or Money Order as methods of payment. You can also suggest other methods of payment. Canadian winners can make payments to a Canadian Bank in CAD via Check, Money Order, Wire Transfer, or Interac e-Transfer.
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INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS: Please don't worry about a large amount of duty fees. We can offer shipping with NO duty fees or with only a small amount of dollars (this option works well for 90% of all items). The winner can ask for details.
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PLEASE NOTE: If you want to buy this item, please make a bid now. Any offer is welcome. Lots that do NOT have any bids or have only ONE bid on them will be CLOSED three days before the auction starts and will not be included in it. Currently, there are 700+ items available for preview, but there will be ONLY 400 items in the Live Auction. Please bid NOW.

A LIFETIME WARRANTY is provided for the originality of this particular item manufactured during the described period of time.
BEST INVESTMENT: If you are an individual or an investment company concerned about preserving your capital in these uncertain times, items with a LIFETIME WARRANTY are the best way to do so. Consider this: traditional banks typically offer annual returns of 1-3% on your funds, while inflation exceeds 5%. In contrast, collectible items with a LIFETIME WARRANTY can yield a minimum profit of 30-50% per year - with no associated risks. Some of our items with a LIFETIME WARRANTY have the potential to generate immediate profits of 100% or even more!! By the way, our estimated price is much lower than the market price for this item now. Please explore our "HISTORY of SALES" section and look at the screenshots for samples of similar items sold at renowned auctions, such as Sotheby's, Christie's, Live Auctioneers, eBay, and more. The choice is YOURS.

Karl FABERGE: Peter Charles Faberge was born in Russia, in St.-Petersburg on May, 30th, 1846. His father Gustav, of Huguenot extraction, was an unassuming jeweller who had been independently active since 1841. In 1860, Carl Faberge accompanied his parents on their move to Dresden. From there his father sent him on a tour of Europe, with stops in Frankfurt, Florence, and Paris. Back in St. Petersburg by 1866 as a full-fledged master, Carl joined Hiskias Pendin, August Holmstrom, and Wilhelm Reimer, all of whom had been employed by his father. In 1868 a Finnish goldsmith, Erik Kollin, was attached to the firm. Four years later Carl Faberge took over his father's workshop, with Kollin as his first head workmaster.

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