A 19th century Russian silver and niello work cheroot case

A 19th century Russian silver and niello work cheroot case,

Moscow 1865, assay master Viktor Savinkov,

rectangular envelope form, sprung hinged cover, with a locking mechanism, chequer board decoration with a vacant shield cartouche, the base with a view of the Kremlin, length 10.4cm, approx. weight 4.6oz.

Provenance: From the collection of Mrs Igor Vinogradoff, and then by descent to the present owner.