Chinese Export Silver Jewellery Box Antique Circa 1895
Look at our reviews! Free national & International. Chinese Export Silver Jewellery Box – Antique Circa 1895. Check Out Our Feedback. An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese Export silver jewellery box; an addition to our collection of boxes and cases. This exceptional antique Chinese Export Silver box has a subtly undulating rectangular form. The surface of the box has a planished finish and is embellished with an embossed and chased decorated stemmed floral and foliate design to the anterior surface. The decoration to the body continues to the cover, incorporating plum blossom arrangements and an impressive perched bird motif. This antique jewellery box is fitted with the original hinged cover. This exceptional Chinese silver jewellery box is supported by four impressive cast silver feet. The hallmarks struck to the underside of this fine box include. Maker’s mark: HC (Hung Chong). Artisan workshop mark: QI CHANG (Shanghai). NOTE: We are grateful to Adrien von Ferscht for his help in identifying this exceptional antique piece. This antique Chinese silver jewellery box is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The embossed and chased decoration is sharp. The hallmarks struck to the surface of the underside are all very clear. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of antique silverware. Length 18.1cm/7.1. Width 10.8cm/4.3. 18.1 troy ounces/564g. Maker: Hung Chong & 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.