A GOLD MOUNTED ORANGE JADESTONE SNUFF BOTTLE

Description:

the gold mounting probably by Fabergé, St. Petersburg, late 19th century
H. 6,9 cm
Gold mounting ‘En-Deux-Couleurs’ (56 zolotnik/14ct), set with 7 ruby cabochons. The snuff bottle features a dragon motif and Chinese characters. Combined St Petersburg mark with 56, Fabergé mark and master’s mark ‘EK’ - presumably Erik Kollin. Approx. 70g. Slightly worn.
North German private collection
We are grateful to Alexander von Solodkoff for his expert advise