Antique jug of 17 century. The work of Russian masters of jewelry factory. The jug has a rare and early Russian stamp. The image shows the bottom of an antique Russian brass jug, made just before 1917 revolution time. The stamp indicates it was made in Moscow. Key details: Origin: Russia, Moscow. Material: Brass, possibly with copper elements. Markings: "??????? ?? ??????" (FABRIKA V MOSKV) meaning "Factory in Moscow". Use: Likely for storing or serving liquids. Style: Antique, possibly Art Nouveau. Rare and very unique jug. Material presumably copper-brass-bronze, or corresponding alloys of these non-ferrous metals Handcrafted with individual forged elements assembled. Weight: approx 1 lb 8 oz Height: approx 10 inch ( with the top closed) Diameter of the larges part(bottom) approx 4 inch Condition : please see pictures. Unit has some dents and discolorations due to its age(over 279 years) Has stains and streaks on the metal in the form of oxides and patina. Has traces of dents due to its age. The tightness is unknown. In general, no accurate analog was found. The product is bright. notes: the text and description of the product was prepared according to the materials and reference books of old old factories in Moscow