Ritas Bazaar has dated this Sterling Silver Coin Ashtray to the Edwardian era.
The ashtray is of circular form with three cigarette rests and a broad polished rim. At its centre is an authentic 1899 British Trade Dollar, one of the best-known silver coins of Britain's Far Eastern trade network. Known to collectors as the “Standing Britannia” dollar, it depicts Britannia holding a trident and a shield bearing the Union Flag. The coin was struck in .900 silver, weighs 26.95 grams and was produced at the Bombay Mint.
The underside displays the reverse of the dollar with the Chinese longevity symbol Shou and inscriptions in Chinese and Malay denoting “One Dollar”. The design reflects the meeting of British imperial commerce and Chinese cultural tradition that characterised colonial Hong Kong.
Lee Yee Hing was a recognised Hong Kong silversmith active circa 1900–1940. His firm's silver formed part of the thriving export trade supplying Asian luxury goods to Western buyers. Collectors value such pieces for their combination of documented Hong Kong manufacture, sterling silver construction and authentic Trade Dollar content.
Measurements
Weight: 65.72 g
Height: 1.7 cm / 0.7″
Width: 9.5 cm / 3.7″
Depth: 9.5 cm / 3.7″
Condition
Excellent condition. Light surface tarnish. Additional cleaning would further enhance the appearance.
Shipping & Packaging
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Shipping cost includes professional packaging, careful handling and secure postage.
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Ritas Bazaar has dated this Sterling Silver Coin Ashtray to the Edwardian era.
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Lee Yee Hing sterling silver ashtray with 1899 British Trade Dollar, Hong Kong, c.1920
