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1870s Antique Chinese Export Silver Card Case
About the Item
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese Export Silver card case; part of our diverse Asian silverware collection
The anterior surface of this rare Chinese silver card case is ornamented with chased oriental figures amidst bamboo and foliate designs, accented with a fenced area and simplified structures, all on a matte background.
The ornamentation incorporates a vacant shield shaped cartouche.
The posterior surface of this silver card case is embellished with an exceptional chased decorated segmented iconic Chinese dragon design amidst clouds, also all on a matte background.
The rounded sides of this antique silver cigarette case are plain and unembellished.
This Chinese card case is fitted with a push fit cover ornamented with a continuation of the aforementioned chased decoration.
The hallmarks struck to the rim of this impressive antique case include:
Maker's mark: WA (undocumented maker's name)
Character mark: Untraced
This exceptional case has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as sterling silver (925, 925/1000).
Items associated with this maker are rare and known for their high quality.
Condition
This rare Chinese silver card case is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional presentation condition. The chased decoration is very sharp. The Chinese hallmarks struck to the rim of the body are all very clear.
Dimensions
Length 9.5 cm / 3.7"
Width 6.5 cm / 2.6"
Height 1.3 cm / 0.5"
Weight
2.4 troy ounces / 75.6g
Maker: Unknown
Date: circa 1870
Origin: China
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- Dimensions:Height: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)Width: 2.6 in (6.61 cm)Depth: 3.7 in (9.4 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1870
- Condition:See description.
- Seller Location:Jesmond, GB
- Reference Number:
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