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Antique 1890 Chinese Export Silver Tea Caddy
About the Item
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Chinese export silver tea caddy; an addition to our silver teaware collection.
This exceptional antique Chinese silver tea caddy has a circular rounded form.
The surface of the box is embellished with an impressive applied undulating, iconic Chinese dragon design.
The silver tea caddy is fitted with a plain cylindrical cover, securing with a bayonet style fitment.
The hallmarks struck to the underside of this Chinese silver tea caddy include:
Maker's mark: WH (Wang Hing & Company, Canton & Hong Kong)
Silver quality/purity mark:90 (900/1000)
Character mark: HUI [Cantonese FAI] (Canton & Hong Kong)
This exceptional tea caddy is the finest of its type you could hope to acquire.
Condition
This antique Chinese silver tea caddy is a superior gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.
The Chinese hallmarks struck to the underside of the base are all very clear.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this exceptional Chinese silver tea caddy.
Dimensions
Diameter 7cm/2.76'
Height 10cm/3.94'
Weight
5.3 troy ounces/165.8g
Date: circa 1890
Origin: Canton / Hong Kong, China
Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request
- Creator:Wang Hing & Co. (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 3.94 in (10.01 cm)Diameter: 2.76 in (7.02 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:Hong Kong
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1890
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Jesmond, GB
- Reference Number:
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- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Jesmond, United Kingdom
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 3 days of delivery.
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