Rare antique Russian silver gilt 916 purity basket. Please click to enlarge the pictures of the hallmarks. The border of the basket has a Greek key design inscribed along the top section. The basket handle folds up or down easily. The inside of the basket and the inside of the basket handle are gold. Height with the handle extended 4-1/2 inches. Height with the handle down 1-5/8 inches. Diameter at the top 4-1/2 inches. Weight 6 troy ounces. It is in excellent pre-owned condition with no dings or dents.