Lot Essay
Seals such as the offered lot were presented by the Imperial government with official documents, edicts, and patents of nobility.
RUSSIAN WORKS OF ART
A RUSSIAN BRASS IMPERIAL PRESENTATION SEAL OF THE GREAT STATE ARMS
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A RUSSIAN BRASS IMPERIAL PRESENTATION SEAL OF THE GREAT STATE ARMS
NINETEENTH CENTURY
Circular, with braid and tassel, the seal depicting the Russian Imperial Eagle on a coat of arms within a wreath of laurel and oak leaves
11½in. (28.5cm.) diameter
NINETEENTH CENTURY
Circular, with braid and tassel, the seal depicting the Russian Imperial Eagle on a coat of arms within a wreath of laurel and oak leaves
11½in. (28.5cm.) diameter