Category
China
Medium
Metal and leather
Distinguishing marks
Chinese writing on front
Condition
Poor
Date Period
unknown
Size and dimensions of this item
2.5" x 1.5" overall
2" x 1" brass cover
3/4" brass handle
2" x 1" brass cover
3/4" brass handle
Weight
41.8 grams
Long Description
Pictured is what I believe to be a purse/wallet or snuff box from China. It is metal based. The frame has rusted. The front is brass and has some type of Chinese inscription. The brass front open up to reveal a wallet type of compartment that held a mother of pearl key?? The top of the item has a brass handle.
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History
Purchased as part of a lot at an auction
Price Paid (If known)
40
For Sale?
No