Novaya Zarya 1987 EDP

F £ Acquired

Gold of the Scythians (Злато Скифов)

by Марина Степанова , Tamara Soboleva , V Ryzhova

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Novaya Zarya Gold of the Scythians (Злато Скифов) is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1987, created by Марина Степанова, Tamara Soboleva, and V Ryzhova. Gold of the Scythians (Злато Скифов) opens with Green Notes, Bergamot, and Aldehydes, settles into a heart of Red Apple, Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang, and Carnation, and dries down to a base of Amber, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Oakmoss. Novaya Zarya's Gold of the Scythians (Злато Скифов) carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This Soviet-era gem is a deeply polarising one. Some find it a timeless, luxurious classic, evoking warmth and comfort. Others describe it as harsh and dated, with notes that turn unpleasant on their skin. Best try before you buy.
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  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Classic
  • Sophisticated
  • Mysterious
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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and long-lasting nature, coupled with its rich, warm-spicy and woody accords, make it unsuitable for office wear or sport. However, these qualities lend themselves beautifully to formal events and date nights where making a statement is desired.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Vanillin from Vanilla
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Opening with a sharp burst of aldehydes and green notes cut with bergamot, this scent swiftly transitions into a rich, spicy heart of red apple, peach, ylang-ylang, clove and carnation. The warmth deepens with an amber-vanilla sweetness, as earthy patchouli, oakmoss and smooth sandalwood create a complex, woody oriental dry down with a distinctly vintage appeal.

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