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Chinese antique jewellery box, dowry & wedding, gold dragon decoration and key

$ 36.43

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Type: Boxes
  • Region of Origin: China
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • Age: Unknown
  • Primary Material: Wood
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Original/Reproduction: Unknown
  • Condition: Good condition. Minor cracks on the top, some slight peeling of lining paper in the drawers.
  • Color: Brown

    Description

    This is an antique Chinese jewelry box in good shape. A Chinese woman told me that this is a dowry box for weddings and it is something that a mother would give to her daughter.
    There are a few minor cracks on the top, but otherwise it is in very good condition given its age and is definitely usable.
    The key has a
    Buddhist manji-symbol and brass (guessing) mounts. It is probably the 19th century item.
    There is Chinese writing on the inside of the drawers, but on the sides there is just some slightly peeling. Paper inside is a calendar, a farmer's almanac.
    Symbols inside:
    Bat 🦇 symbolizes blessings
    Plum blossoms symbolizes prosperity
    Dragon and Phoenix symbolize the union of man and woman, you see it in weddings often
    The wood is most likely lacquered wood.
    Dimensions: 11.5 inches by 9 inches by 7.8 inches.
    Weight: 8 lbs 2 oz