Russian Silver Niello Belt Brooch, Pre-1908 Kokoshnik AA Mark
Antique Russian silver & niello belt brooch, signed to the back. Marked pre 1908 kokoshnik Aa mark Approx size 2.76 in. x 1.57 in., missing the handle to the sword pin, signed to the back. Marked pre 1908 kokoshnik Aa mark Approx size 2.76 in. x 1.57 in. x 2.76 in. x 1.57 in., missing the handle to the sword pin.
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- Niello - A compound made up of lead silver copper and sulphur that is black in colour, and applied to the engraved areas of silver items, thus highlighting the engraving by making the black niello detail stand out from the silver background. It was used on edged weapons from the Renaisance onwards, and also by Russian crafstmen of the19th century.
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