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EXTREMELY RARE ANTIQUE RUSSIAN IMPERIAL SILVER and PORCELAIN KNIFE, CATHERINA II, 1770
This Russian Gilt Silver and Porcelain Knife dates back to approximately 1770 and hails from Saint Petersburg. It boasts a porcelain handle adorned with exquisite gold and enamel decorations, accompanied by a silver gilt handle. This knife originates from the reign of Catherine II (1762-1796), adding historical significance to its rarity. As an exceptionally rare item, it holds a place of honor in museum collections. This Rare and Highly Collectible item comes with a LIFETIME WARRANTY. If you're concerned about your INVESTMENT, this item is an excellent choice.
HALLMARKS: master's initial 'E.B' in Cyrillic and town mark. Also the knife is monogrammed with 'AT' in Cyrillic.
CONDITION: Very good condition for its age. For further details, please refer to the pictures.
PROVENANCE: 1. From an old collection, New York, USA, 1969-2020. 2. Antique Arena Inc., Brooklyn, New York, USA, November 27, 2021 (a screenshot will be provided to the winner). 3. Our sale of this item adds another layer of provenance (please save this page). The history of sale is very important for serious collectors.
DIMENSIONS: Length: 7 4/5 inches (20 cm). Weight: 56 grams.
ESTIMATED PRICE: $900 - $1,000. This price is significantly below today's market value — please check the HISTORY of SALES. You have a GREAT CHANCE to purchase a unique item for your collection - over the years it will only INCREASE in price.
HISTORY of SALES: A few years ago, Russian porcelain knives were sold on Sotheby's for $33,100 - please refer to the screenshot for details.
WARRANTY: This item qualifies for unconditional return. The buyer has 10 days from the date of sale to inspect items valued up to $5,000, and 15 days for items valued at $5,000 or more, to assess originality. The item may be returned to the seller for a refund - please refer to the Terms for full details. The buyer is responsible for return shipping.
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CATHERINE II: Catherine II also known as Catherine the Great born Princess Sophie of Anhalt-Zerbst, was Empress of Russia from 1762 until 1796, the country's longest-ruling female leader. She came to power following a coup detat when her husband, Peter III, was overthrown. Under her reign, Russia was revitalised; it grew larger and stronger, and was recognised as one of the great powers of Europe. The period of Catherine the Great's rule, the Catherinian Era, is often considered the Golden Age of the Russian Empire and the Russian nobility. The Manifesto on Freedom of the Nobility, issued during the short reign of Peter III and confirmed by Catherine, freed Russian nobles from compulsory military or state service. Construction of many mansions of the nobility, in the classical style endorsed by the Empress, changed the face of the country. She enthusiastically supported the ideals of The Enlightenment and is often regarded as an enlightened despot.

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