Help identifying 19th Century Russian Silver

[vorpalaprov]

Hello, Seeking help... I have been searching to little avail, as I am clueless!!  

---I have "84" (.875) silver Kiddush cups to give to my granddaughters for their upcoming Bats Mitzvah.  Jewish on their mum's side,  descendants of Russian immigrants coming to USA to escape persecution.

---Not life or death, but if anyone can help me identify the Silversmiths and/or the Assayers, I think that will be meaningful to them as they move forward.  If not, kindly direct me to someone who or a source that can help me?  THANKS Be well

[melda58]

Maybe this site will help you.  You could also try the Jewish Museum in Manhattan.

https://www.925-1000.com/Frussia.html

Rita

[vorpalaprov]

Yes, I have checked the Online World Silver sites...  Jewish Museum is a good idea!  

Hoping a Russian Silver expert will see this post!!  😀

Thanks much, be well

[flyingeagle4u]

Hello. In my humble opinion, these pictured cups on the bottom bare the Celtic love knot design. Also, there is a Celtic emblem shield on the bottom right cup. I would go with Scotland or England. The Lion passant mark most likely is not Russian. The 84 mark was also used by Persia, since Persia was at a certain time a Russian wasalle and used to stamp their silver like Russia did. There actually are Cyrillic letters, but it can be made by a Russian silversmith in a different country under Russian ruling. Best regards to you!