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CHINESE SILVER, JADEITE & TURQUOISE CANISTER

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Chinese ritual canister intricately decorated in silver, mesh ground, and enameled prunus trees, and birds of paradise in vibrant colors of blue, green and red. Mounted turquoise stones dot the paneled scene. Fashioned in four, curved panels and conforming bulbous panels on lid, this complexly crafted piece is highlighted with a gem, jadeite collar, and the lid with finial, opens revealing a gold wash interior. Hallmark on bottom: SILVER. Measures: 7" height x 3 ¾" width (18.2cm x 10cm). 16.61 ozt / 516 grams.

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