Bidspirit auction | A RUSSIAN FABERGE-STYLE ENAMEL, SILVER,


A RUSSIAN FABERGE-STYLE ENAMEL, SILVER, AND STONE WALKING CANE HANDLE - A SILVER-MOUNTED AGATE AND ENAMEL CANE HANDLE WITH IMPERIAL COIN. Of baluster form, the handle is carved from banded agate with natural veining in tones of cream, russet, and black. The upper section is mounted with a finely cast and gilt openwork foliate collar, centered by a silver coin inset depicting Empress Catherine II (Catherine the Great) in profile. The lower section is fitted with a silver-gilt collar enriched with bright green translucent guilloché enamel over an engine-turned ground, bordered with a chased floral band. The base is fitted with a threaded screw for attachment to a cane shaft. Spurious hallmarks. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not ship in-house. A list of recommended shippers will be provided. Dimensions: L: 4 1/8 in., (10.5 cm.) Condition: Excellent condition