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Chinese Silver Christening Mug by Hung Chong, circa 1900
By Hung Chong & Co.
Located in London, GB
Chinese silver christening mug, by Hung Chong, circa 1900. This maker made in Canton and Shanghai.    
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Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Antique Chinese Silver Miniature Three Piece Tea Service
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese silver miniature three piece tea service; part
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Hexagonal Chinese Silver Salt Cellar, Cumwo, Hong Kong, circa 1890
By Cumwo
Located in London, GB
Hexagonal Chinese silver salt cellar, Cumwo, Hong Kong, circa 1890. Depicting bamboo, Prunus
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1890s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver

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Sterling Silver

Antique 1900s Chinese Silver Vinaigrette
By Kwong Man Shing
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese silver vinaigrette in the form of a purse; an
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Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Antique Chinese Silver Lemon Fork with Tea Kettle finial, C.1900
Located in Toronto, ON
Antique Chinese Silver Lemon Fork with Tea Kettle finial, C.1900. Lemon wedge fork splay tines
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1890s Chinese Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Antique Enamel Chinese Silver Floral Vase With Enamel Workmanship
Located in Media, PA
This antique Chinese silver vase is a true masterpiece, adorned with intricate floral enamel
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver, Enamel

Chinese Silver Repousse and Cast Goblet by Wang Hing.
By Wang Hing & Co.
Located in Gainesville, FL
Chinese silver repousse goblet by Wang Hing. Depicts Chinese garden scenes. Drgon base with
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1890s Chinese Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Pair of Chinese Silver Prunus Blossom Vases, Maker Wang Hing & Co, circa 1890
By Wang Hing & Co.
Located in London, GB
Pair Of Chinese Silver Prunus Blossom Bud Vases, Maker Wang Hing, circa 1890 Lovely quality
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1890s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Antique Chinese Silver Bowl With Two Double Dragon Handles, Kwan Wo, Circa 1900
By Kwan Wo
Located in London, GB
Antique Chinese silver bowl with two double dragon handles circa 1900 Made by Kwan Wo of Canton
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Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Small pierced antique Chinese silver bowl
By Huang Qiu Ji
Located in London, GB
Antique Chinese silver bowl featuring hand pierced and chased entwined dragons, plus intricate
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Antique Chinese Silver Export Large Hand Mirror
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Chinese silver export large hand mirror depicting in low relief birds on the tree Maker
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Antique Chinese Silver Export Large Hand Mirror
Antique Chinese Silver Export Large Hand Mirror
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H 0.6 in W 4.73 in D 11.82 in
Antique Napkin Ring, Chinese, Silver, Table Decor, Hallmark, Victorian, C.1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique personalised napkin ring. A Chinese, silver decorative holder, dating to the
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Late 19th Century Chinese Late Victorian Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Set of 3 Chinese Silver Centerpiece Bowls with Floral Piercing by Nanking
By Nanking Store
Located in New York, NY
Set of 3 beautiful Chinese silver baskets designed with pierced floral pattern on surface and waved
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Early 20th Century Chinese Silver with Gold Gilding Bone Bracelet
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Early 20th century Chinese silver with gold gilding bone bracelet.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

19th Century Pair of Chinese Silver Dragon Decorated Vases
Located in Brea, CA
Early 19th century pair of Chinese silver vases decorated with four-clawed dragons. Derived from
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Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Chinese Silver Card Holder Artist Lee Ching
By Leeching
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Leeching Chinese silver card holder. Solid silver card holder. Origin China (Canton) Circa 1840
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1850s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Chinese Silver Repoussé Box with Warriors, Early 20th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
A fine late Qing or early Republic Period Chinese silver repoussé box featuring a scene possibly
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Chinese Silver Box with Bird and Floral Motifs
Located in New York, NY
Chinese silver box, with an intricate design showcasing birds, floral, and other natural motifs
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

3 Piece Antique Chinese Silver Tea Set
Located in London, GB
Classic Chinese export silver tea set comprising teapot, milk jug and sugar bowl made in the Liang
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Chinese Silver Filagree Gold Washed & Enamel Bird Motif & Coral Pagoda Box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chinese Silver Filagree Gold Washed and Enamel Bird Motif and Coral Pagoda Box China, circa 1900s
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver

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Multi-gemstone, Sterling Silver

Ancient Chinese Silver Purse by HUA, Late 19th Century
By Hung Chong & Co.
Located in Roma, IT
Chinese Silver Purse is an original artwork realized in China between 1880 and 1920, probably last
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Chinese Silver Tazza by Tien Shing, Hong Kong, 19th Century
Located in Delft, NL
Chinese Silver Tazza by Tien Shing, Hong Kong, 19th Century Chinese export silver Tazza , marked
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Vintage Chinese Silver Shot Glass, Lizard and Spider
Located in NEWARK, GB
A fantastic Chinese vintage novelty silver shot glass. This shot glass is a regular size with a
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Chinese Silver

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Sterling Silver

Antique Enamel Chinese Silver Tea Caddy With Enamel Workmanship
Located in Media, PA
This antique Chinese silver tea caddy boasts exquisite enamel workmanship. The delicate details and
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver, Enamel

Antique Enamel Chinese Silver Tea Caddy With Enamel & White Jade
Located in Media, PA
This antique Chinese silver tea caddy is an exquisite piece of art that is sure to add a touch of
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver, Enamel

Chinese Silver & Leather Theatre Opera / Wedding Tiered Phoenix Headdress, 1920s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chinese Silver & Leather Theatre Opera / Wedding Tiered Phoenix Headdress, 1920s Silvered Metal
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver

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Metal

19th Century Chinese Silver and Jade Magnifying Glass, circa 1880
Located in Central England, GB
A Rare 19th century chinese silver and jade magnifying glass. This finely worked and intricately
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Chinese Silver Dish, circa 1900
By Wang Hing & Co.
Located in London, GB
Antique, Chinese, hand-pierced, export silver dish with an apron style base of openwork
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Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Chinese Silver Dragon Snuff Box Hung Chong
By Hung Chong & Co.
Located in Newark, England
Circa 1910 From our Chinese collection, we are pleased to offer this Chinese Silver Dragon Snuff
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1910s Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Chinese Silver Dragon Snuff Box Hung Chong
Chinese Silver Dragon Snuff Box Hung Chong
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H 1.18 in W 3.35 in D 2.56 in
Antique 19th Century Chinese Silver Cherry Blossom Box, Wang Hing 1890
By Wang Hing & Co.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century Chinese export solid silver box, of elongated rectangular form, decorated with
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1890s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

17th Century Pair of Chinese Silver Lacquer Plates with Mother of Pearl
Located in Brea, CA
Pair of Chinese silver, lacquer, and mother of pearl plates from the 17th century. A matching pair
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17th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver

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Lacquer

18th Century Pair of Chinese Silver Lacquer Bowls with Mother of Pearl Inlaid
Located in Brea, CA
Pair of Chinese silver, lacquer, and mother of pearl burgaute "Bat " bowls, each inlaid in mother
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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver

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Lacquer

Chinese Silver Charm Ring, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Dated to the late 19th century, this silver charm ring was believed to protect the wearer from bad
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Chinese Silver Charm Ring, circa 1900
Chinese Silver Charm Ring, circa 1900
H 2.5 in W 0.75 in D 0.75 in
18th Century Pair of Chinese Silver Lacquer Bowls with Mother of Pearl Inlaid
Located in Brea, CA
Pair of Chinese silver, lacquer, and mother of pearl big bowls from the 18th century. The faces
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18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver

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Lacquer

Antique Chinese Silver & Malacca Walking Stick Cane 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique Chinese gentleman's silver pommel and Malacca walking stick, circa 1880
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1880s Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Chinese Silver & Enamel Filigree Business Card or Card Case
Located in Newark, England
Late Qing Dynasty Circa 1910 From our Chinese collection, we are delighted to offer this Chinese
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver, Enamel

Chinese Silver & Enamel Filigree Business Card or Card Case
Chinese Silver & Enamel Filigree Business Card or Card Case
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H 4.13 in W 2.76 in D 0.59 in
Late 19th Century Chinese Silver Kiddush Goblet
Located in New York, NY
Chinese export silver covered Kiddush goblet, 19th century. Round cup on a stem mounted to a flat
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Antique Chinese Silver Tea Caddy, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
knowledge. Adrien is considered the leading expert for Chinese export silver acting as an independent
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Small Chinese Silver & Carved Jade Hinged Box
Located in Brisbane, QLD
This small silver box was crafted in China and has been inset with a carved jade plaque to the lid
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver

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Jade, Silver

Small Chinese Silver & Carved Jade Hinged Box
Small Chinese Silver & Carved Jade Hinged Box
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H 2.17 in W 3.55 in D 2.56 in
Vintage Chinese Silver Mirror, Beginnings of 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage decorated silver toilet mirror with inclusions in jade shaped as dragons. China, beginnings
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Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Chinese Export Silver Bowl
By Luen Hing
Located in London, GB
A lovely Chinese silver bowl, embossed and chased with three birds and chrysanthemum against a
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Chinese Export Silver Bowl
Chinese Export Silver Bowl
H 3.94 in Dm 8.19 in
Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Box
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique Chinese sterling silver box Maker: Wang Hing Made in China, circa 1900. Chinese Silver
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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Box
Antique Chinese Sterling Silver Box
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H 1.97 in Dm 2.96 in
19th Century Chinese Silver Kiddush Goblet with a Saucer
Located in New York, NY
Chinese export silver covered Kiddush cup, 19th century. Round bowl on baluster stem mounted to
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Chinese Export Silver Bowl
Located in London, GB
A Chinese silver bowl of lobed round form with applied decoration depicting various flowers and
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Chinese Export Silver Bowl
Chinese Export Silver Bowl
H 1.97 in Dm 5.79 in
Antique Chinese Dynasty Silver Boat
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique chinese silver boat dates back to the quing dynasty 1644-1912 hall marked with silver
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Mid-19th Century Antique Chinese Silver

Chinese Silver Repousse Dragon Handle Sauce Boat by Luen Wo
By Luen Wo
Located in Gainesville, FL
Chinese Export silver repousse sauce boat with dragon handles. Marked for Luen Wo.. Very fine
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1890s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Antique Chinese Export Silver Bowl
By Luen Wo
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese export silver bowl; an addition to our Asian
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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Chinese Export Silver Card Case
By Luen Wo
Located in London, GB
A Chinese Silver Card Case embossed and chased with figural scenes of Chinese scholars among bamboo
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1880s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Chinese Export Silver Card Case
Chinese Export Silver Card Case
H 0.8 in W 7.4 in D 4 in
Antique Chinese Silver Hung Chong Co. Beaker Set Figural Salamanders & Spiders
By Hung Chong & Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Set of four sterling silver antique Chinese export beakers or drinking cups made by the Hung Chong
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Early 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver

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Sterling Silver

Antique Chinese Export Silver Tray, circa 1890
By Wang Hing & Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese Export silver pen tray; an addition to our
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1890s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Chinese Export Silver Tea and Coffee Service
By Yu Chang
Located in New Orleans, LA
This stunning and complete seven-piece Chinese export silver tea and coffee service was crafted by
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver

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Sterling Silver

Antique Chinese Export Silver Bottle Coaster Circa 1900
By Luen Wo
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese export silver bottle coaster, an addition to
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Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Early 20th Century Chinese Silver Gold Gilt Bracelet with 26 Carnelian Stones
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This early 20th century Chinese vermeil bracelet has 26 carnelian or pink coral stones.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

19th Century Rare Chinese Export Solid Silver & Enamel Bowl, Wang Hing, c.1890
By Wang Hing & Co.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
19th Century Extremely Rare Chinese export silver & enamel finger bowl, the sides are applied with
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver, Enamel

1900s Antique Chinese Export Silver Box
By Luen Hing
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese export silver box; an addition to our range of
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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinese Silver

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Sterling Silver

Chinese Export Silver Ship Centerpiece
Located in New Orleans, LA
Chinese export silver. Chinese silver pieces are renowned for their exceptional quality and unique designs
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19th Century Asian Chinese Export Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Chinese Export Silver Ship Centerpiece
Chinese Export Silver Ship Centerpiece
H 7.63 in W 18.88 in D 4.63 in
Chinese Export Silver Basket Wang Hing
By Wang Hing & Co.
Located in Newark, England
Fine Chinese silver basket (bon-bon dish/bridal basket) circa 1900. The presentation basket of
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Early 1900s Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Chinese Export Silver Basket Wang Hing
Chinese Export Silver Basket Wang Hing
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H 6.69 in Dm 8.27 in
Antique Signed Chinese Export Sterling Silver Vase with Landscape and Figures
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Chinese Export solid silver vase. With raised repoussé figures, foliage and clouds
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

Antique Chinese Silvered Copper Alloy White Jade Inset Snuff Bottle Qing c.1900
Located in Richmond, CA
Fine antique Chinese Qing Dynasty silvered golden copper alloy snuff bottle of hulu double gourd
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Early 1900s Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Silver

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Jade, Silver, Copper

Antique Chinese Export Silver Cream Jug and Sugar Bowl
By Wang Hing & Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese Export Silver cream jug and sugar bowl set
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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinese Silver

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Silver

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Antique Chinese Silver For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of antique Chinese silver you’re looking for. Frequently made of ceramic, porcelain and metal, every item from our selection of antique Chinese silver was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of antique Chinese silver — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each object in our assortment of antique Chinese silver bearing Georgian, Victorian or Art Nouveau hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of antique Chinese silver that is appealing in its simplicity, but Wang Hing & Co., Luen Wo and Hung Chong & Co. produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Chinese Silver?

The average selling price for a piece of antique Chinese silver at 1stDibs is $1,902, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $188,800 for the highest priced.
Questions About Antique Chinese Silver
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Yes, some Chinese silver is valuable. The term largely refers to silverware manufactured in and exported from China from 1870 through the 1940s. How much a particular piece of Chinese silver is worth depends on its style, age, condition and overall demand. Consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer for assistance with valuation. Shop a wide range of Chinese silver tableware, jewelry and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    What antique silver is depends on the context. In many cases, the term refers to silverware and silver decorative objects produced more than 100 years ago. However, antique silver may also be the name of a distressed silver finish frequently used on lighting fixtures and bathroom fixtures. Explore a selection of antique silver wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not antique silver is real depends on the piece. Sometimes, manufacturers simply call a gray-silver finish antique silver. In these cases, the item is usually not real silver. It is possible for antique silver to be pure silver, sterling or silver plated. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of silver decorative objects and jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between silver and antique silver is age. Items of any age made of silver or a silver alloy may be called silver. The term antique silver refers to silver pieces that are at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique, vintage and modern silver tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Antique silver is a type of silver that is at least a century old. Find a diverse range of intricately designed, elegant antique silver decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    What antique silver is made of varies. In most cases, antique silver is sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloys. You can also find antique silver jewelry and decorative objects made out of other silver alloys, like fine silver, which is 99.9% silver and only 0.1% alloys. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • PAGODA RED
    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.

  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    The best way to know is to take it to an expert, such as an appraiser, reputable dealer or auction house, or museum

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a silver spoon is an antique, seek the assistance of a licensed and experienced appraiser. Many antique pieces lack marks, and it is generally not possible to determine the type and age of metal through a simple visual inspection. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver spoons on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether antique silverplate has any value depends on a variety of factors. The design of the piece, who made it and decoration are among the biggest determiners of value. Generally, rarer pieces that remain in good condition will be worth the most. Today, just as pewter collectibles and sterling silver are popular with collectors at neighborhood flea markets, antique Sheffield silverplate housewares are sought after for their appearance and rich history. Consider having the piece evaluated by a knowledgeable antiques dealer or certified appraiser to get an accurate estimate of how much it's worth. On 1stDibs, find antique silverplate from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.

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