Russian Silver Cigarette Box Hallmark Identification

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bobandcindy
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Russian Silver Cigarette Box Hallmark Identification

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I have been trying to figure out the hallmark for this silver cigarette box and have been unable to decipher the maker. I would appreciate any help identifying the Russian silversmith. Thank you.

Bob

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AG2012
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Re: Russian Silver Cigarette Box Hallmark Identification

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Hi,
The maker is Alexander Alexeev Muhin, Moscow.
(Александр Алексеев Мухин)

PL 2208 and 2209
There are cigarette cases by Muhin with similar flower enameled decor.
Regards
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bobandcindy
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Re: Russian Silver Cigarette Box Hallmark Identification

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Many thanks, AG! Your knowledge is much appreciated.
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Qrt.S
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Re: Russian Silver Cigarette Box Hallmark Identification

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The hallmark (И·К 1879) belongs to the assayer Ivan Konstantinov, active in Moscow 1874-1883
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