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Four antique Chinese matchboxes made from sterling silver. All of them are marked "Sterling Silver Hand Wrought". The total weight of the lot is approximately 79.3g.

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Antique Silver Chinese Matchboxes

Name: Antique Silver Chinese Matchboxes
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Lot 0434

Estimate $150-$300Feb 12, 2026, 6:00 PM EST

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Feb 12, 2026 6:00 PM EST

Niles, IL, United States

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