8th Nov, 2023 10:00
Asian & Islamic Art
425
Export lacquer games box and a large quantity of mother of pearl gaming counters
Chinese, 19th Century
containing 75 rectangular engraved counters, 6.7cm x 2.1cm, 18 rectangular engraved counters, 4cm x 2.7cm and 37 engraved circular counters, 3.3cm diameter
Sold for £350
Estimated at £300 - £500
Export lacquer games box and a large quantity of mother of pearl gaming counters
Chinese, 19th Century
containing 75 rectangular engraved counters, 6.7cm x 2.1cm, 18 rectangular engraved counters, 4cm x 2.7cm and 37 engraved circular counters, 3.3cm diameter
The case is considerably worn and the inner boxes have some losses. the counters have some slight losses around the edges, but the majority are in fair to good condition.
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Auction: Asian & Islamic Art, 8th Nov, 2023
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Friday 3rd November 10am - 4pm
Monday 6th November 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 7th November 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 8th November 9am - 10am
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