A superb very interesting Chinese Export silver beaker cup. It is marked HC and tests as high grade silver, it dates to c1901 by the inscription to the base. Note 1900-1901 was the period of Boxer Rebellion, I do not know if there is a connection. It has been superbly designed being decorated with two dragons around a cartouche engraved with entwined initials possibly a Royal Cypher JRK of JKR above which is a Crown which looks like be that used by the Royal Family of Sweden, Belgium, Germany / Hanover, Prussia or Portugal (or another European Country). It is in superb condition being free from dings splits holes distortions and repairs. It measures 3.5 inches (8.6cm) tall by almost 2.5 inches (6cm) across the rim and weighs 89 grams. A beautifully made very interesting piece.