It has a flip-top lid, hinged on the left side as shown. It has an engraved Chinese character on one side and a western H. W monogram on the other. It is marked [STERLING] with what looks like F.
It is tarnished and has loss of gilding and surface wears and scratches. We specialize in Chinese, Japanese, and Asian antiques, fine arts, and collectibles. Our goal is procure the best available Chinese, Japanese, and Asian antiques and conduct the most accurate research and dating.
Here is your chance to own an important empowered item now. We wish you all much good luck in obtaining this sacred one. As you view in the images, it was Very nicely finished and complete with many fine details.
Very Rare and high Value for collection! In our collection, The difference kinds of Old wood carving Sculpture or Furniture. Natural Jade Carving, Antique Hongshan Culture Statue or Pendant, Shoushan Stone carving or seals.