Look at our reviews! Free national & International. Antique Chinese Export Silver Card Case. Check Out Our Feedback. An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese export silver card case; part of our diverse Asian silverware collection. This exceptional antique Chinese export silver (CES) card case has a plain rectangular rounded form. The anterior surface of this Chinese silver card case is ornamented with exceptional and fine embossed decoration depicting multiple tiers of oriental figures amidst foliate designs, accented with simplified structures in the background, all on a matte background. The posterior surface of this silver card case is embellished with exceptional embossed scene incorporating a range of fish and crustacean amidst oceanic foliate designs, also all on a matte background. This Chinese card case is fitted with a push fit cover ornamented with a continuation of the aforementioned embossed decoration. The sides of this antique silver case are embellished with an embossed band of scrolling leaf ornamentation, incorporating an applied vacant oval cartouche to the upper edge. The hallmarks struck to the rim of this impressive antique case include. Maker’s mark: S. This exceptional antique Chinese card case is the finest of its type you could hope to acquire. This Chinese silver card case is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The embossed decoration is very sharp. The Chinese hallmarks struck to the rim of the body are all very clear. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of antique silverware. Width 6.9cm/2.7. Depth 1.2cm/0.5. 2.4 troy ounces/75.4g. Maker: Untraced Maker’s Marks. 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.
- Composition: Solid Silver
- Maker: Unknown
- SKU: C2115
- Date: Circa 1870
- Weight: 2.4 troy ounces/75.4g
- Age: 1850-1899
- Origin: China
- Period: Antique
- Type: Card Case
- Brand: Unbranded
- Material: Chinese Export Silver