How do I clean vintage chinese silver?

Clean these items gently using a soft microfibre cloth to remove dust and surface tarnish without damaging delicate filigree or enamel work. Avoid harsh chemical dips, particularly on pieces containing jade, glass, or wooden elements. Store items in a dry environment away from direct sunlight to preserve the finish of both the silver and any applied gilding.

What periods do these silver pieces represent?

The selections date primarily from the late nineteenth century through the 1930s, encompassing the late Qing Dynasty and the Republic Period. Victorian and Edwardian stylistic influences frequently blend with traditional Chinese export designs during these decades. Dates are typically determined by associated hallmarks, maker marks, coin dates, or stylistic markers recorded in the specific item details.

Are these items marked with maker stamps?

Many export pieces feature artisan stamps, workshop signatures, or pseudo-hallmarks stamped directly into the metal. These marks can sometimes identify specific makers or retail houses active in treaty ports like Hong Kong and Canton. Unmarked white metal items were also common in general export production, relying on stylistic attribution rather than a stamp.

How were these decorative boxes used?

Boxes, cigarette cases, and ashtrays were produced for domestic use in affluent Western and expatriate households during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. They served both functional storage purposes and as decorative display items on desks and smoking tables. Larger boxes often featured fitted interiors designed for specific personal accessories or tobacco products.

Search 0

10,755 PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 7 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS

Sorted by

Per page

VISITOR LOGIN JOIN AS A SELLER DEALER LOGIN

Saved

GIFTS

Vintage Chinese Silver

7 ITEMS ADDED TODAY

Visitor Login (saved items)

Sort Order

Items Per Page

Vintage Chinese Silver

17 items · page 2 of 2

← Page 2 of 2 →

These vintage chinese silver pieces span late nineteenth and early twentieth century export production, offering intricate craftsmanship and distinctive Asian motifs.

1900 - 1920

Save

Chinese Silver Dish C1900

From Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)

£265

FOR SALE

silver

← 1 2 →

65,758

Antiques For Sale

Antiques Approved Today

1,220

Antique Uploads This Month

446,381

Total Antiques Sold

Vintage Chinese Silver

Chinese Silver Dish C1900

Add keywords to the filter

Price

Era

Period

Style

Material

Origin

Stock Location

Recently Added

Online Payments

Categories