comprising: one with Gothic initial S, maker's marks only partially struck, Moscow, 1887; a second, Moscow, 1908-1917; a third, struck with Cyrillic initials FNN for an unrecorded master, Moscow, 1889; a fourth with blue cabochon hardstone thumbpiece, by Dmitrii Nikolaev, Moscow; and the fifth, apparently lacking maker's marks, Moscow, circa 1890, French control marks, most 84 standard

First: Sotheby's New York, 13 and 14 December 1984, lot 388
Second: Sotheby's New York, 13 and 14 December 1983, lot 346
Third: Sotheby's New York, 13 and 14 December 1984, lot 396 (part)
Fifth: Sotheby's New York, 13 and 14 December 1984, lot 400/2

the first with some small wear to enamel consistent with age and use; the fourth with multiple losses with cold repairs, the stippled gilt ground painted with a gilt-colored filler
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.