MARK OF 11TH. ARTEL 1908-1917 1700

Description This exceptional antique Russian silver caddy spoon has a shovel shaped bowl onto a elongated stem. The reverse surface of the bowl is embellished with cloisonné scrolling and floral designs amidst bands of blue bead decoration using various tones of white, blue and red sections of polychrome enamel, all on a matte gilt background. The enamel segments are encompassed with applied silver paralleling rope twist ornamentation.

 The hallmarks to the anterior surface of the stem of this impressive Russian silver spoon include:Maker's mark: CK (Untraced)Silver quality/purity mark: 84 (84 zolotniks*) * 84 zolotniki is equivalent to 875/1000 or .875 standard silver. View the full range of Russian silver items available at AC Silver Condition This antique Russian silver caddy spoon is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.The cloisonné enamel is in perfect condition.