Elite Decorative Arts Holiday Sale - December 10, 2011
Lot 67 - RUSSIAN SILVER FEDERATION COAT OF ARMS HELMET
Russian imperial guard diminutive silver helmet surmounted by double-headed eagle wearing crown. Gilted interior. Work master Julius Rappoport. Marked with Julius Rappoport's "I.P." mark and town marks. Marked with the 84 silver purity marks. Late 19th to early 20th century. Weighs 152 grams / 4.905 troy ounces. Measures 3 1/2" height x 4 1/8" length x 2" width (10.4cm x 5.1cm). Pre-Sale estimate $1000-$1250.
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