Look at our reviews! Free national & International. Chinese Export Silver Cigarette Case – Antique CIrca 1910. Check Out Our Feedback. An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese Export Silver cigarette / card case; part of our diverse Asian silverware collection. This exceptional antique Chinese Export Silver (CES) cigarette case has a plain rectangular rounded form. The anterior cover is embellished with an embossed decorated segmented iconic Chinese dragon design amidst clouds, all on a matte background. The ornamentation to the cover incorporates a shield shaped cartouche displaying the contemporary engraved inscription W. Lyon Esq, Our best wishes go with you, Hong Kong, 1910. The posterior cover is ornamented with traditional embossed plum blossom foliate and floral decoration accented with perched birds in addition to a single bird in flight, also on a matte background. The rounded sides of this antique silver cigarette case are plain and unembellished. This silver cigarette case is fitted with a push fit catch, which when released reveals two hinged compartments. This Chinese silver cigarette case retains the original gilded interior. The hallmarks struck to the catch of this impressive case include. Makers mark: WN (Wing Nam & Co). View the full range of boxes and cases available at AC Silver. This antique case is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional presentation condition. The embossed decoration is very sharp. The Chinese hallmarks struck to the interior of the catch are all very clear. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of antique silverware. Length 12.4cm/4.9. Width 8.7cm/3.4. Height 2.3cm/0.9. 4.7 troy ounces/147g. Origin: Hong Kong, China. Maker: Wing Nam & Co. 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. All orders placed before 2pm GMT are dispatched the same day. Company Name: AC Silver Unlimited. Based In United Kingdom. Designed By Jarilo Design. This item is in the category “Antiques\Silver\Non-U.S. Silver\Asia”. The seller is “acsilver925″ and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Origin: Hong Kong, China
- Pattern: Chinese
- Period: Antique
- Material: Chinese Export Silver
- Maker: Wing Nam & Co
- Date: Circa 1910
- Weight: 4.7 troy ounces/147g
- Brand: Unbranded
- Type: Card / Cigarette Case
- Style: Chinese
- Region: Asia
- SKU: C7287
- Age: 1900-1940
