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The Concert Hall of the Winter Palace showcases a unique monument - an outstanding work of Russian decorative and applied art - a monumental silver reliquary of the Faithful Saint Prince Alexander Nevsky. In the course of time a much needed comprehensive scientific restoration of this exhibit has gained momentum. Since 2011 the Hermitage specialists have been carrying out research and piecemeal restoration of the design and décor of this sophisticated memorial complex. Igor Karlovich Malkiel, Head of the Laboratory for Scientific Restoration of Precious Metals, gives a talk about the specific aspects of the restoration work.