Rare Antique Imperial Russian 84 Silver Spoon by Pavel Ovchinnikov

Up for sale is an authentic antique solid silver spoon crafted in Imperial Russia by the world-renowned maker Pavel Ovchinnikov (П. ОВЧИННИКОВЪ), official purveyor to the Imperial Russian Court
weight 94.48 gr.
Key Features & Details:
Maker: Pavel Ovchinnikov (П. ОВЧИННИКОВЪ) — one of the most prestigious Imperial Russian silversmiths.
Hallmarks:
Maker's Mark: Rectangular stamp reading ⁠П.ОВЧИННИКОВЪ⁠ in Cyrillic.
Imperial Warrant: Features the Imperial Double-Headed Eagle emblem (Двуглавый Орел).
Assay Standard: ⁠84⁠ Zolotniki (equivalent to .875 silver purity).
Engraving: Monogram "ME" elegantly hand-engraved in a classical flourish script.
Material: Solid 84 Zolotniki Silver (875/1000 purity).
Condition: very good antique condition with authentic age-related patina, light surface scratches, and character typical for fine 19th/early 20th-century Russian flatware. (Please examine photos closely).
Why Collect Pavel Ovchinnikov?
Pavel Ovchinnikov was a master craftsman whose workshop supplied high-end silverware to the Romanov Imperial Family and European royalty. Pieces bearing both the Ovchinnikov name and the Imperial Warrant eagle are highly sought after by silver collectors worldwide.