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Early 20th Century Silver Apron Counter Weight, Miao or Dong Culture, China

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Early 20th century silver apron counter weight, Miao or Dong culture, Hunan or Guangxi province, China A sinuous silver counterweight worn at the back of an apron, weighing in at 136 grams.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)Depth: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: ZK#68741stDibs: LU1778215705441

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