Russian silver kiddush cup, Moscow, 1872
Description
Medium: silver (84 zolotniki standard, approx. 875‰), gilt interior
Weight: 109 g; Dimensions: height 8 cm, diameter 7.5 cm, base diameter 5.5 cm
Hallmarks: Moscow city mark; “84” standard mark (zolotniki, approx. 875‰ silver); assay mark “ВС” (Viktor Savinkov), dated 1872; maker’s mark “СБ” (Cyrillic, unidentified)
Provenance
Private Collection, Romania
Location
Bucharest, Romania
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Description
A slightly tapering cup, worked in hammered and engraved silver, with partial gilding to the interior. The exterior is structured by three oval reserves containing architectural views, possibly representing Moscow or Jerusalem, alternating with stylised floral ornament.
The proportions and elevated height distinguish the piece from a vodka cup, suggesting instead a ceremonial or table function, consistent with a Kiddush cup or water beaker. The use of engraved medallions and gilded interior reflects refined Moscow silverwork of the late 19th century.
The hallmarks indicate Moscow assay in 1872, with the mark of the assay master Viktor Savinkov and the 84 zolotniki standard (approx. 875‰ silver). The maker’s mark “СБ” (SB in Cyrillic) remains unidentified.
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