Hi Peter, Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is: An antique Russian pewter mounted cedar cigarette or cigar box early 20th Century The rectangular hinged-lid box inscribed Табак Превоз (tobacco transport) on either side of a double-headed eagle, with larger Cyrillic inscription -зньІи (knowledge) 1-1/2 inches high, 6 inches long, 3 inches deep CONDITION: appears to be in good condition. PROVENANCE: acquired on eBay circa 2000 $300-500* *represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary. Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, and thank you again for using Mearto.
