In 1917, with the overthrow of the Tsar, the Russian State went into Carl Fabergé's factory and confiscated everything – his stock of eggs, diamonds, buildings, paperwork, sketches and working drawings.

When the Soviet Union collapsed in 1992, Nikolai Shajdullin, a Russian General, bought the factory ALFABERGE in St. Petersburg and sent his staff out to look for the drawings that had been confiscated years ago. They eventually found 80 drawings in archives; these designs have been validated by the Russian expert Valentin Skurlov, a valuer at Christies' auction house attached to the Culture Minister of Moscow.

Since then ALFABERGE has grown from a tiny firm founded in the early days of Russia's market reform into one of the largest jewellery companies in Russia. Today, ALFABERGE's master jewellers are considered to be some of foremost in Russia. They are continuing the traditions of Russia and St. Petersburg and creating jewellery and decorative objects considered to be works of art.

The company's collection is extensive, with an emphasis on miniature charms, pendants, earrings and egg boxes designed by the Great Russian jeweller Carl Fabergé. The design of the jewellery reflects both modern and classic trends and fashions. The beauty, luxury and exclusivity of the company's products have a universal appeal.

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