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. We are dedicated to ensuring the highest possible quality service to our customers, always going above and beyond! See the tabs below to read more about our policies. 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. Made with love by. The item “Antique Chinese Export Silver Box by Wang Hing Hong Kong Circa 1890″ is in sale since Saturday, August 05, 2017. This item is in the category “Antiques\Asian/Oriental Antiques\Chinese\Other Chinese”. The seller is “acsilver925″ and is located in Newcastle upon Tyne. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Product: Box
- SKU: A8015
- Primary Material: Silver
- Chinese Dynasty: Qing (1644-1911)
- Age: 1850-1899
- Region of Origin: Chinese
- Sub-Type: Not specified
- Original/Repro: Antique Original
- Features: Embossed
- 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″