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Beautiful mid-20th Century Thai solid silver niello box, decorated throughout with stylised leaves and deities on polished ground, standing on four shaped feet. Tested Sterling (925+ standard), Makers Unknown, probably made in Bangkok. Nielloware art and jewellery has always been very popular in Thailand, However, the niello technique does not seem to have originated in Thailand. It is said that it was introduced by the Persians or the Portuguese to Thailand since both countries had an early presence in Siam. This particular box is an exceptional example of Thai niello...
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20th Century Thai Jewelry Boxes