Two Pieces of Chinese Export Silver

Description:

Two Pieces of Chinese Export Silver, late 19th/early 20th century, Cumshing, maker, each with a chased dragon to the exterior, a shaker and cup, shaker ht. 8 3/4 in., approx. 21.0 troy oz.
Estimate $400-600

Shaker cover with strainer: repair to seam on edge, repair to joint to neck, and dented slightly out of round (need to force the cover to sit straight and even on shaker body). Shaker with small pin-prick dent to body. Cup in good overall condition.


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