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Antique Chinese Export Silver Box

Antique Chinese Export Silver Box
Antique Chinese Export Silver Box
Antique Chinese Export Silver Box
Antique Chinese Export Silver Box
Antique Chinese Export Silver Box
Antique Chinese Export Silver Box
Antique Chinese Export Silver Box
Antique Chinese Export Silver Box
Antique Chinese Export Silver Box
Antique Chinese Export Silver Box
Antique Chinese Export Silver Box
Antique Chinese Export Silver Box

Antique Chinese Export Silver Box
Look at our reviews! Free national & International. Antique Chinese Export Silver Box. Check Out Our Feedback. An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese Export silver box; an addition to our collection of boxes and cases. This exceptional antique Chinese Export Silver (CES) cigarette box has a plain rectangular form. The surface of the body is encompassed with an applied, large undulating oriental Chinese dragon design, all in high relief. This antique silver box is fitted with a silver and cedar wood lined hinged cover. The upper plateau of the cover is ornamented with a further large coiling dragon design accented with impressive emanating whiskers, incorporating a circular vacant cartouche to the centre. The surface of the box and cover has a textured finish, with plain borders to each side. The body of this fine Chinese silver box retains the original cedar wood lining; by virtue of its size this versatile box could be used for a multitude of functions. The box features a solid silver base which is plain and unembellished, apart from the feature hallmarks; a solid silver base is a sign of quality. The hallmarks struck to the underside of this fine box include. Silver quality/purity mark: 85 (85 standard, 850/1000). (DA XIN GONG SI; The Sun Company Department Store Company). Such fine examples with three-dimensional whiskers and sharp applied decoration are becoming increasingly difficult to locate. NOTE: This small Shanghai workshop also crafted items for the Shanghai retailers Tuck Chang, Luen Woi and Nanking Store. We are grateful to Adrien von Ferscht for his help in identifying this exceptional antique piece. This antique Chinese box is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The piece has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition. The original cedar wood lining to the interior has some staining in keeping with age and use. The hallmarks struck to the underside of the box are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the exceptional gauge of silver. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this Chinese silver export box. Length 16.6cm/6.5. Height 6.7cm/2.6. 15.9 troy ounces/494g (including lined interior). Da Xin Gong Si. 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\Solid Silver\Boxes”. The seller is “acsilver925″ and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped to North, South, or Latin America, all countries in Europe, all countries in continental Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Egypt, Reunion, South Africa.
  • Origin: China
  • Pattern: Continental
  • Antique: Yes
  • Composition: Solid Silver
  • Product: Boxes
  • Material: Sterling Silver and Enamel
  • Maker: Da Xin Gong Si
  • Date: Circa 1890
  • Weight: 15.9 troy ounces/494g (including lined interior)
  • Brand: Unbranded
  • Length: 16.6cm/6.5\
  • Style: Antique
  • Height: 6.7cm/2.6\
  • SKU: C6630
  • Width: 10cm/3.9\
  • Age: 1850-1899

Antique Chinese Export Silver Box
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Antique Chinese Solid Silver Round Box Dragon Hallmarked

Antique Chinese Solid Silver Round Box Dragon Hallmarked
Antique Chinese Solid Silver Round Box Dragon Hallmarked
Antique Chinese Solid Silver Round Box Dragon Hallmarked
Antique Chinese Solid Silver Round Box Dragon Hallmarked
Antique Chinese Solid Silver Round Box Dragon Hallmarked
Antique Chinese Solid Silver Round Box Dragon Hallmarked
Antique Chinese Solid Silver Round Box Dragon Hallmarked
Antique Chinese Solid Silver Round Box Dragon Hallmarked
Antique Chinese Solid Silver Round Box Dragon Hallmarked
Antique Chinese Solid Silver Round Box Dragon Hallmarked
Antique Chinese Solid Silver Round Box Dragon Hallmarked
Antique Chinese Solid Silver Round Box Dragon Hallmarked

Antique Chinese Solid Silver Round Box Dragon Hallmarked
Antique Chinese export silver box and cover embellished with dragons to the body and cover. 8.2cm (D) x 5.6cm (H). The base is clearly signed KH and a Chinese character. The pictures shown are part of the description. Please feel free to contact me if more pictures are required or if you want more information. You have only two choices. Keep the item or return the item. Please retain all the packing materials including the boxes. Please take photos of the damage areas and the outside box. We will submit all the information to the insurer for claims. You will be required to sign an affidavit to attest the information submitted. If the item suffered only partial damage, the insurer will pay for the partial loss or repair cost. You will need to provide an appraisal to prove the loss of value if you wish to claim partial loss. If you wish to claim restoration cost, you will need to provide an estimate written by a restorer. The price will be at market price to be determined by the consignor. The price will always be more and never less. Please note that we have provided studio photos and sunlight photos in some items. However, there might be some color variations due to the difference in different computer monitors and different lighting. Please also note that we may post additional photos after we list our items. So, please scroll all the way down to look for additional information and photos posted. Everything we sell is second hand or pre-owned and/or antique so will have the signs of use, for example – surface dust or dirt, gilt wear, stilt marks, light natural crazing and firing faults, rubbing to decoration, small scratches and marks to the surface – none of the above is damage but are part of the ageing, use and/or manufacturing process of a pre-owned or antique item! This item is in the category “Antiques\Silver\Solid Silver\Boxes”. The seller is “oldisgold88″ and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped worldwide.
Antique Chinese Solid Silver Round Box Dragon Hallmarked