An Elizabeth I / Catherine II mid-18th century Russian 84 zolotnik silver vodka cup (charka), Moscow 176? by Alexey Vasplev Polozov (active 1758-68) Of rounded circular form with a caulked rim, an indented base, handle deficient. The sides with flat chased decoration rocaille work and C scrolls. Marked underneath with town/date mark, assayer mark B.A (unidentified active 1760-92 Postnikova 2084), alderman’s mark (untraced) and maker’s mark A B over П in a heart shaped punch (Postnikova 2159). Diameter – 8.7 cm / 3.45 inches Height – 5.7 cm / 2.25 inches Weight – 75 grams / 2.41 ozt