Snuffbox in vermeil. Saint Petersburg, first half of the 19th century ? On the lid is reproduced the obverse of the plate struck on the occasion of the inauguration of the triumphal gate from Moscow to Saint Petersburg. On the bottom, the reverse of the same plate. This medal (plate) was struck in 1838 for the inauguration of this triumphal arch. The belt with four grooves. Marks : no apparent marks. 8,1 x 5,7 x 1,7 cm ; gross weight : 187 g Michel Brodsky Collection - lots from 92 to 154 [Russian art]