A large and near mint piece of sterling silver and gold artwork from China’s early 20th century era displaying a highly detailed and raised firing dragon. The intensity and ferocity of the dragon is prevailing. The dragon is gold filled and shines. The inside is also gold washed. The case is large and is shaped in a curved style making it much easier to handle and save in a a pocket. It also appears more elegant. The other side is clean. The entire case exterior is hammered, and gives a special textured background. The inside of the case is very clean, gold washed, and is hallmarked for silver purity sterling, or 925. Case measures 5 1/4″ by 3 1/8″ and it’s 3/8 thick. The clasp works fine, by pressing it it opens and closes tight. There is no resistance upon closure or when holding the case open. It weighs 151 grams or about 5.3 OZ. Case is free dents or bumps or major scratches. There is wear consistent with its age. Please study the 12 photos listed as they are part of the description. The item “Antique Chinese Sterling/Gold Dragon Case, Export Quality, Curved Shape, 5.3 OZ” is in sale since Thursday, June 11, 2015. This item is in the category “Antiques\Silver\Sterling Silver (.925)\Cigarette & Vesta Cases”. The seller is “diaoko” and is located in Campbell, California. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Composition: Sterling Silver
- Age: 1900-1940
- Type: Cigarette Case
