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Rare Solid Silver Meiji Period Dragon Embossed Cigarette Case and Gold Gilding

$764.54
£550
€649.60
CA$1,041.76
A$1,173.37
CHF 607.65
MX$14,250.10
NOK 7,718.50
SEK 7,321.65
DKK 4,846.93
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Wimbledon-Furniture Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale this lovely solid silver Meiji period circa 1870 dragon embossed cigarette case with gold gilt internals If you’re looking at this piece then you know exactly what it is, it’s been expertly cast and well looked after, there is a engraved shield to the back which can be polished off and left blank should you wish to inscribe it again Dimensions Height:- 8.5cm Width:- 7cm Depth:- 1.1cm Weight 89.4 grams Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask Any questions please feel free to ask before you bid This item is available for collection from our Wimbledon warehouses SW19-3BE. Condition: Please view the very detailed pictures as they form part of the description around condition.
  • Metal:
  • Weight:
    89.4 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.35 in (85 mm)Width: 2.76 in (70 mm)Depth: 0.44 in (11 mm)
  • Style:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1870-1879
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1870
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1778210974262

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