A Rock-Crystal Desk-Seal
Russia, 19th century
Of tapering form, the fluted handle with faceted domed top, carved with a border of stylized oak leaves, the circular matrix engraved with the Imperial double-headed eagle within the collar of the Order of St Andrew, on ermine mantle and surmounted by the Imperial crown, apparently unmarked
2¾ in. (7 cm.) high
A Rock-Crystal Desk-Seal
Russia, 19th century
Of tapering form, the fluted handle with faceted domed top, carved with a border of stylized oak leaves, the circular matrix engraved with the Imperial double-headed eagle within the collar of the Order of St Andrew, on ermine mantle and surmounted by the Imperial crown, apparently unmarked
2¾ in. (7 cm.) high
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