A late 18^th century Russian 84 zolotnik (875 standard) silver gilt and niello needle or bodkin case, Moscow circa 1770

Of tapering cylindrical form, with pull off lid, with engraved and niello interlocking ribbon as well bellflower drops to the lid, all against a striated ground. Marked to base bezel with standard mark and obscured alderman’s mark.

Length – 11.6 cm / 4.6 inches

Weight – 20 grams / 0.64 ozt