Chinese Export Silver Dragon Box By Wang Hing circa 1890 RARE PIECE
This fine antique Chinese Silver 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. Silver quality/purity mark: 90 (90 standard, 900/1000) Character mark: Untraced Dimensions Diameter 5cm Height 3.5cm Weight 64.67 grams approx. 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. The item “Chinese Export Silver Dragon Box By Wang Hing circa 1890 RARE PIECE” is in sale since Wednesday, October 18, 2017. This item is in the category “Antiques\Silver\Solid Silver\Boxes”. The seller is “ma_gar8″ and is located in Bushey. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Product: Boxes
- Age: 1850-1899
- Composition: Solid Silver
- Maker: Wang Hing