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Rare Large 157g Chinese Export Silver Dragon Cigarette Case C1920 Antique
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Rare Large 157g Chinese Export Silver Dragon Cigarette Case C1920 Antique

1900 - 1920
Sold 23 April 2025 · The Silver Squirrel
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A rare super quality heavy solid silver cigarette case. It is marked with a makers mark and tests as high grade silver. I would date it to c1920. It has been beautifully designed being engraved with a dragon and is sprung, i.e it opens automatically when the catch is released. It is in super condition being free from dings splits and repairs. It measures approx. 4.75 inches (12.3cm) by 3.5 inches (8.8cm) and weighs 157 grams. A super quality example.

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The Silver Squirrel has dated this Chinese Export Silver Cigarette Case to the 1920s.

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SA1125449
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38099
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A rare super quality heavy solid silver cigarette case. It is marked with a makers mark and tests as high grade silver. I would date it to c1920. It has been beautifully designed being engraved with a dragon and is sprung, i.e it opens automatically when the catch is released. It is in super condition being free from dings splits and repairs. It measures approx. 4.75 inches (12.3cm) by 3.5 inches (8.8cm) and weighs 157 grams. A super quality example.
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The Silver Squirrel has dated this Chinese Export Silver Cigarette Case to the 1920s.

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SA1125449
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Archive I A rectangular antique silver cigarette case featuring a detailed hand-engraved dragon motif across the front surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Rare Large 157g Chinese Export Silver Dragon Cigarette Case C1920 Antique

Archive II A rectangular antique silver cigarette case featuring a detailed hand-engraved dragon motif across the front surface. View II
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A rectangular antique silver cigarette case featuring a detailed hand-engraved dragon motif across the front surface.
RARE LARGE 157g CHINESE EXPORT SILVER DRAGON CIGARETTE CASE c1920 ANTIQUE
Ref: SA1125449
A rectangular antique silver cigarette case featuring a detailed hand-engraved dragon motif across the front surface.
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  • ObjectCigarette Case
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleChinese Export
  • MaterialSilver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsEngraved dragon, Scaled texture, Rounded rectangular profile

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Chinese export silver refers to items manufactured in China specifically for Western markets, typically featuring traditional Chinese motifs rendered in high-grade silver, often marked with artisan chops.

These items are usually crafted from high-purity silver, often exceeding sterling standard, and utilize traditional hand-chasing, embossing, and fine engraving techniques.

Authenticity is verified by examining the artisan makers marks or pseudo-hallmarks, checking for traditional hand-worked patination, and testing the silver content, which is typically higher than standard sterling.

An antique silver case makes an ideal display object when placed on a coffee table or inside a glass cabinet, adding a touch of historical metallic texture to contemporary spaces.

Preserve antique silver by storing it in a dry environment away from direct sunlight, and clean it sparingly with a soft microfibre cloth to avoid removing the valued natural patination.
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