Antique Chinese Export Silver Box by Wang Hing Hong Kong Circa 1890. An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese Export silver dragon box; an addition to our collection of boxes and cases. This fine antique Chinese Export Silver (CES) box has a cylindrical form. The surface of the body is embellished with a fine and impressive embossed decorated iconic Chinese dragon design. This antique Chinese silver box is fitted with the original push fit cover ornamented with a further dragon design encircling a central vacant circular cartouche. This antique box retains the original gilded interior. The hallmarks struck to the underside of this fine box include. Maker’s mark: WH (Wang Hing). Silver quality/purity mark: 90 (90 standard, 900/1000). This Chinese silver box is a exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional presentation condition in keeping with age and type. The embossed decoration is very sharp. There are some natural fire marks to the surface of the box, in keeping with age. The hallmarks struck to the surface of the underside of the box are all very clear. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this item of antique silverware. Diameter 8.4cm/3.3. 4.8 troy ounces/148g. Maker: Wang Hing & Co. Origin: Hong Kong, China. Andrew Campbell founder and owner of AC Silver has been dealing in antique diamond & gemstone jewellery and antique sterling silver since 1977. In addition to his high quality Newcastle-based shop, Andrew has developed what is now an established and internationally recognised online store. For more details see our About Us. FREE OF CHARGE to all customers – including national and international deliveries. The item “Antique Chinese Export Silver Box by Wang Hing Hong Kong Circa 1890″ is in sale since Saturday, August 5, 2017. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian Antiques\China\Boxes”. The seller is “acsilver925″ and is located in Newcastle upon Tyne. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Age: 1850-1899
- Region of Origin: China
- Color: Silver
- Primary Material: Silver
- Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
- Product: Box
- SKU: A8015
- Maker: Wang Hing & Co.
- Origin: Hong Kong, China
- Composition: Solid Silver
- Weight: 4.8 troy ounces/148g
- Diameter: 8.4cm/3.3″
- Height: 5.2cm/2″
