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Fine Chinese Export Silver Filigree Card Case C.1880
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Fine Chinese Export Silver Filigree Card Case C.1880

19th century
Sold 9 September 2025 · The Fancy Fox
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Description

A fine Chinese silver filigree card case with the stylised depiction of flowering plants on each side rising from leaf rosettes. Scallop shapes edges to both sides and a hinged cover revealing an attractive shaped inner flange. A curved silver shield shaped cartouche to one side is unengraved. Unmarked, c.1880.

It measures 8.8cm (3 7/8") high, 6.3cm (2 1/2") wide and 1cm (3/8") deep.

In excellent condition, no damage to any of the wires and no repairs. The hinge is good and the cover closes flush.

Date of Manufacture

The Fancy Fox has dated this Chinese Export Silver Card Case to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
8.8cm (3.46")
Width
6.3cm (2.48")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1117380
Dealers Internal Reference
FA1673
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Description
A fine Chinese silver filigree card case with the stylised depiction of flowering plants on each side rising from leaf rosettes. Scallop shapes edges to both sides and a hinged cover revealing an attractive shaped inner flange. A curved silver shield shaped cartouche to one side is unengraved. Unmarked, c.1880.

It measures 8.8cm (3 7/8") high, 6.3cm (2 1/2") wide and 1cm (3/8") deep.

In excellent condition, no damage to any of the wires and no repairs. The hinge is good and the cover closes flush.

Date of Manufacture

The Fancy Fox has dated this Chinese Export Silver Card Case to the 19th Century.

Height
8.8cm (3.46")
Width
6.3cm (2.48")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1117380
Dealers Internal Ref
FA1673
The Fancy Fox
The Fancy Fox
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2015

Offering fine porcelain and pottery, 18th century and later, silver, glass and other small attractive pieces

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An intricately crafted antique Chinese export silver card case featuring delicate openwork filigree and a central blank cartouche.
Fine Chinese Export Silver Filigree Card Case c.1880
Ref: SA1117380
An intricately crafted antique Chinese export silver card case featuring delicate openwork filigree and a central blank cartouche.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectCard Cases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleChinese Export
  • MaterialSilver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsSilver filigree work, Scroll patterns, Central shield cartouche, Scalloped edges
  • SizeH 8.8 cm (3 in) x W 6.3 cm (2 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

FAQs

Chinese export silver refers to items crafted in China predominantly during the 19th and early 20th centuries, specifically manufactured for Western markets in European styles or using traditional Chinese techniques adapted for foreign tastes.

Silver filigree is constructed using fine threads of pure or high-purity silver, which are twisted, bent, and soldered together into intricate openwork patterns, often supported by a solid silver frame.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit artisanal hand-soldering joints, natural silver oxidisation in recessed areas, makers marks or artisan chops characteristic of the late Qing dynasty, and substantial weight despite the delicate appearance.

Such decorative items are best displayed flat or on miniature display stands within glass cabinets, on desk surfaces, or styled atop a stack of books to highlight their intricate metallic textures.

Antique silver should be gently dusted with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and cleaned sparingly with non-abrasive silver dips only when necessary, avoiding the complete removal of desirable historic oxidisation in crevices.
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