Description:
Three-piece Chinese Export Silver Tea Service, late 19th/early 20th century, bearing pseudo-hallmarks with additional "A," each rectangular engraved throughout with birds within a bamboo landscape, raised on four ball feet, comprised of a teapot with a wood handle and finial, creamer and sugar each with gold-washed interior, teapot ht. 4 1/2 in., approx. 16.7 troy oz.
Estimate $500-700
Age-typical wear.
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