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RUSSIAN SILVER MOUNTED CRYSTAL DECANTER, PITCHER, GRACHEV BROTHERS, 1903
This is a bulbous spherical form with star facets, a plain collar, thumbpiece, and a rounded handle. The flat cover features a crowned monogram, and the collar is engraved with 'F.V. GRAMS. 1903'. This Rare and Highly Collectible item comes with a LIFETIME WARRANTY. If you're concerned about your INVESTMENT, this item is an excellent choice. It is also a Very Prestigious Gift for any Occasion.
HALLMARKS: The collar marked with '84' standard and assayer's mark 'Ya.L' in Cyrillic for Yakov Lyapunov, maker's mark 'BR. GRACHEVY' in Cyrillic with Imperial warrant - please refer to the information below. The handle and thumbpiece with kokoshnik marks, marked with kokoshnik mark and maker's mark under cover.
CONDITION: In overall excellent original condition. Minor nicks and scratches to the edges of the crystal. Some age-appopriate scratches and wear to the silver. No signs of restoration apparent to the naked eye. For further details, please refer to the pictures.
DIMENSIONS: Overall height: 19.5 cm (7 5/8 inches), weight: 1.087 grams.
PROVENANCE: 1. Property from the old reputable Collection, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA. 2. Hindman Auction, Chicago, Illinois, USA, April 22, 2021 (a screenshot will be provided to the winner). 3. A reputable international online auction in the USA sold this item for $5,500 (a screenshot will be provided to the winner). 4. Our sale of this item adds another layer of provenance (please save this page). The history of sale is very important for serious collectors.
ESTIMATED PRICE: The current market price for this item is $5,000–$6,000 (and possibly Higher—please refer to the 'Provenance' and ‘History of Sales’ sections).
However, for some reason, we are NOW offering it for $2,500–$3,000 for a Limited Time Only. Please note that this item was Recently Sold for $5,500; a screenshot will be provided to the successful buyer. This is a rare opportunity to purchase a rare item at a Great Price and make a Strong Investment. Please place your bid NOW.
HISTORY of SALES: A few years ago, Russian silver and glass decanters made by GRACHEV BROTHERS were sold on LiveAuctioneers for $3,434, $4,200, $5,000, and $7,000. Please refer to the screenshots for further details (please note: the international currency was converted to USD at the time the item was sold). Today, prices have risen significantly compared to 5-10 years ago, and even more so when compared to 20 years ago.
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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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. 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, LiveAuctioneers, eBay, and more. The choice is YOURS. If a lifetime warranty is provided for the authenticity of a specific item, it means the item was manufactured during the described period. This warranty is not a printed certificate of authenticity; instead, it reflects our professional assessment that the item is original and was crafted during the stated historical period.

GRACHEV BROTHERS: In Saint Petersburg, Grachev, founded by Gavriil Petrovich Grachev (c. 1830-1873) in 1866, was celebrated for its work in a variety of styles including neo-baroque, neoclassical, and art nouveau, as well as the production of sculpture in silver electroplate. After receiving the imperial warrant in 1896, Grachev Brothers, as the firm was known after several sons (there were eight in all) succeeded their late father in 1873, continued to produce fine work in gold, silver, and enamel until 1917. From 1886 the firm was made the official supplier of the King of Denmark and in 1892, the firm was awarded the title of purveyor of the Imperial Court and was allowed to use the Imperial Warrant (a double-headed eagle) as part of its hallmark.

DECANTER: A decanter is a vessel that is used to hold the decantation of a liquid (such as wine) which may contain sediment. Decanters, which have a varied shape and design, have been traditionally made from glass or crystal. Their volume is usually equivalent to one standard bottle of wine (0.75 litre). A carafe, which is also traditionally used for serving alcoholic beverages, is similar in design to a decanter but is not supplied with a stopper. Throughout the history of wine, decanters have played a significant role in the serving of wine. The vessels would be filled with wine from amphoras and brought to the table where they could be more easily handled by a single servant. The Venetians reintroduced glass decanters during the Renaissance period and pioneered the style of a long slender neck that opens to a wide body, increasing the exposed surface area of the wine, allowing it to react with air. In the 1730s, British glass makers introduced the stopper to limit exposure to air. Since then, there has been little change to the basic design of the decanter.

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