Antique Russian 84 Silver Engraved Floral Miniature Spoon 3”

Beautiful and unusual antique Russian 84 silver miniature spoon, measuring approximately 3” long.  This diminutive piece is wonderfully ornate, featuring a scalloped round spoon bowl completely decorated with an engraved stylized floral motif.   The slender handle carries additional hand-worked/punched detailing and terminates in an elaborate dimensional leaf and curved decorative finial.  The reverse is clearly stamped 84, the historic Russian zolotnik silver standard corresponding to approximately .875 fine silver.  Its exact original purpose is unknown. Given its petite scale and decorative form, it may have been intended as a salt, condiment or other small specialty serving spoon.  * Approximately 3” long * Marked 84 * 84 zolotnik approximately .875 silver * Engraved floral bowl with scalloped edge * Decorative punched stem * Dimensional leaf and curved finial * Maker not identified * Exact age/origin beyond the 84 silver standard not independently authenticated