Icon - .875 (84 Zolotniki) silver - Russian Double Icon, 1882






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Antique Russian Orthodox Icon Pendant in 84 Zolotnik Silver – 1882
Russian Orthodox diptych in 84 zolotnik silver (875/1000), dated 1882, forming a portable devotional icon.
This antique pendant, composed of two hinged panels, features an elegant scalloped frame and remarkable radiating engraving.
Inside are two sacred representations:
Left: The Virgin and Child, in the Orthodox iconographic style, with painted faces and garments covered by a finely engraved silver-metal riza.
Right: Christ Pantocrator, blessing with his right hand and holding the Gospels in his left.
The outer faces feature:
An Orthodox cross with three crossbars, accompanied by the Instruments of the Passion, against a radiating background.
A religious inscription engraved in old Cyrillic characters.
Hallmarks: bears the Russian “84” hallmark, corresponding to silver of 875/1000 fineness, along with the date 1882 and a silversmith’s mark with the initials “В.С.” (attribution undetermined).
Origin: Russia, Russian Empire.
Period: Late 19th century, 1882.
Condition: Good antique condition, with patina, signs of use, and localized wear to the gilding and silvered surfaces, consistent with its age. Hinge and bail present.
A beautiful object of Orthodox devotion, bearing witness to the refinement of small Russian portable icons of the 19th century.
The photographs form an integral part of the description of the objects and complement their presentation.
They allow their condition and features to be assessed. Please examine them carefully before making any commitment.
The item will be carefully packed and shipped with a tracking number to ensure fast and secure delivery.
Happy bidding
Seller's Story
Antique Russian Orthodox Icon Pendant in 84 Zolotnik Silver – 1882
Russian Orthodox diptych in 84 zolotnik silver (875/1000), dated 1882, forming a portable devotional icon.
This antique pendant, composed of two hinged panels, features an elegant scalloped frame and remarkable radiating engraving.
Inside are two sacred representations:
Left: The Virgin and Child, in the Orthodox iconographic style, with painted faces and garments covered by a finely engraved silver-metal riza.
Right: Christ Pantocrator, blessing with his right hand and holding the Gospels in his left.
The outer faces feature:
An Orthodox cross with three crossbars, accompanied by the Instruments of the Passion, against a radiating background.
A religious inscription engraved in old Cyrillic characters.
Hallmarks: bears the Russian “84” hallmark, corresponding to silver of 875/1000 fineness, along with the date 1882 and a silversmith’s mark with the initials “В.С.” (attribution undetermined).
Origin: Russia, Russian Empire.
Period: Late 19th century, 1882.
Condition: Good antique condition, with patina, signs of use, and localized wear to the gilding and silvered surfaces, consistent with its age. Hinge and bail present.
A beautiful object of Orthodox devotion, bearing witness to the refinement of small Russian portable icons of the 19th century.
The photographs form an integral part of the description of the objects and complement their presentation.
They allow their condition and features to be assessed. Please examine them carefully before making any commitment.
The item will be carefully packed and shipped with a tracking number to ensure fast and secure delivery.
Happy bidding
