each with one side engraved and gilded with the crowned joint cypher of Emperor Nicholas II and Empress Alexandra Feodorovna within a panoply of arms, the reverse with black and gilt Imperial eagle, each on a faceted baluster stem with spreading foot, one marked on base and dated 1914

rims with a little loss to gilding, overall good condition
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

This glass service was mostly produced in 1912-1913 for the Romanov Tercentenary.  The lavish Imperial celebrations of three centuries of Romanov rule required more stemware than the Court previously had on hand; a total of 1,050 pieces were produced, following rather urgent orders from the palace.  Some examples are etched with earlier and later dates, however, suggesting that a less extensive service already existed before it was decided to use this design during the Tercentenary and also that replacement pieces were ordered in following years.