VINTAGE Soviet Melchior PODSTAKANNIK Glass Tea Cup Holder Spasskaya Tower USSR

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VINTAGE Soviet Melchior PODSTAKANNIK Glass Tea Cup Holder Spasskaya Tower USSR:
$45.45

217_2024_4 Vintage Soviet Melchior Tea Glass Holders Zaporizhzhia USSR Podstakannik Set

Name and BrandVintage Set of 4 Melchior Tea Glass Holders "Zaporizhzhia" with Dnieper Hydroelectric Station (Dneprogres) Relief.

Type: Traditional tea glass holders (podstakannik).

Material: Melchior / Nickel Silver (marked as MNTS — copper-nickel-zinc alloy).

Period of Manufacture: Circa 1970s–1980s (Soviet Era).

Design and Decoration:

Feature a central round medallion with a detailed embossed view of the DniproHES (Dnieper Hydroelectric Station) dam, a river bridge, and the inscription in Ukrainian "ЗАПОРІЖЖЯ" (Zaporizhzhia).
Side panels decorated with intricate floral patterns, scrolls, and ornamental garlands.
Sturdy, gracefully curved handle with relief pattern.

Inner diameter (for a glass): approx. 7 cm.

Rim height: approx. 6.5 cm.

Total height (including handle): approx. 8 cm.

Weight: Total weight for the set of 4 is 392g (averaging about 98g per holder).

Hallmark (stamped on the bottom rim): "ЗиШ МНЦ Ц 1-90" where "ЗиШ" is the maker's mark (Shevchenko Factory), "МНЦ" indicates Melchior (nickel silver), and "Ц 1-90" represents the original Soviet retail price (1 Ruble 90 Kopecks).

Color: Metallic silver-gray with natural vintage dark patina typical of aged melchior.

Set Includes: 4 identical vintage tea glass holders (glasses not included).

Condition: Good vintage condition with aged patina, natural darkening, and minor surface wear, which adds to their authentic antique character.

Title4 Vintage Soviet Melchior Tea Glass Holders Zaporizhzhia USSR Podstakannik Set

Value for Purchase

Why buy: A genuine piece of mid-to-late 20th-century history, this set is a fantastic acquire for collectors of Soviet memorabilia, railway enthusiasts, or anyone who appreciates old-world tea traditions.
Main benefit: This matching 4-piece set allows you to serve tea to a family or small group of guests in grand retro style. Melchior is highly durable and retains its historical beauty over decades. Functional as well as decorative, the holders protect fingers from hot glass while elevating the drinking experience.
When it helps: Perfect for cozy family evenings, gatherings at a country house, or themed dinner parties. It also makes for an exceptional nostalgic gift for older generations, history buffs, or foreign guests who appreciate unique cultural artifacts.

VINTAGE Soviet Melchior PODSTAKANNIK Glass Tea Cup Holder Spasskaya Tower USSR For Sale

VINTAGE Soviet Melchior PODSTAKANNIK Glass Tea Cup Holder Spasskaya Tower USSR: $45.45

VINTAGE Soviet Melchior PODSTAKANNIK Glass Tea Cup Holder Spasskaya Tower USSR:
$45.45