this is a large antique hand-made pair of earrings of low grade silver, lots of filigree work...Though obviously not wearable for most Westerners, the make a wonderful ethnographic, tribal arts display.

19th century
Late Qing Dynasty
Natural untreated salmon coral, solid silver of at least .925 purity
Dimensions of coral: 6 cm x 4 cm
Bracelet: 6.2 cm diameter, 6 cm width
Weight: 78.5 grams

A large and gorgeous Chinese late 19th c solid silver bangle, inset with a large carved salmon coral chrysanthemum, and relief decorated with ladybugs crawling amongst chrysanthemum sprigs. The workmanship and attention to detail is of the highest quality...

This antique Mongolian belt evokes the image of Mongolian horseman galloping across the plains... The chain is heavily patinated from age and use. The deeply doomed central medallion retains the original stained dark finish and highlighted gold (unknown source) on the border and central decoration. This piece is heavy... the central medallion is 6+ inches across,3.5 inches wide, and 3+ inches deep.

Brooch / pin made of ivory or horn, engraved and painted with a pair of auspicious birds, magpies, in a pine tree, accompanied by a poem in minuscule calligraphy. China, c 1900. Width "1 ½ / 3.8 cm. Condition: fine.

An old well carved white jade lion dog , a small piece , in good condition , probably Qing era

A beautiful Chinese antique silver agate with hand made woven motif in excellent condition, Signed. L: 17cm Signed. $ 650

An antique Chinese white jade reticulated carving of lock.

Date: 19th century Qing Dynasty

Dimensions: 2.75" X 1.75"

This antique pair of earrings are from the Miao Chinese Ethnic minority. For me the shape and thick "wires" add to the design of the earring...some groups of the Miao purposely expanded the size of the ear lobe holes to accomadate... I prefer to keep things in their original condition. I have used these in my "favorites" display case... the earring spann 2 inches x 2 inches x .5 inches. Assumbed to be low grade silver which was typically used in old China...

Twin lotus pods on one stalk signify permanent and single minded love in old Chinese culture. This is Qing Dynasty natural Burmese Jadeite, the green color will not fade. Please note scale is metric. Free shipping.

Very finely crafted repoussé and pierced silver gold washed medallions depicting the He He Erxian Twins. This was most likely sewn onto a garment- possibly part of wedding outfit. Good condition no damage; some gold has rubbed off as typical with old gold washed jewelry. (6.5cm x 3.5cm, 4 grams). Late Qing Dynasty circa 1890-1910. Free shipping.

Very finely crafted repoussé and pierced silver gold washed medallion, depicting a laughing Immortal riding a Qilin, he carries a lingzhi stem in one hand a lotus pod in the other. Late Qing Dynasty circa 1890-1910. This was probably sewn onto a garment or hat likely a part of a wedding outfit- (6.5cm x 5.5 cm, 6 grams). There is a small tear at the bottom- easy to fix or hide- noted in enlargement. Free shipping.

Qing Dynasty, rare (no one I know has seen one before), silver amulet with a rat (definitely not a mouse). 2020 was the Chinese Lunar Calendar for the Metal Rat so this being a silver piece represents a full 60 year lunar cyclical completion this year. In Chinese society the Rat is considered clever, cultured, shrewd and intelligent although a bit manipulative (Mark Zuckerberg is a Rat). The reverse side wishes the owner “May you live 100 years”...

This antique Chinese silver bracelet is hinged at the back and opens in the front. The silver work displays plant leaves and a bird. The bead work is both coral and turquoise. Bracelet is stamped "China" which according to trade laws makes it late Qing, about 1890. Its in very good condition

This antique bracelet from Tibet is both thick and weighty, but it is very small for a Western wrist. The opening measures a scant 1 inch.

A gilt brass tiara, decorated with kingfisher feathers, cornelian beads and 3 ivory heads. China, late Qing, 19th century. Dimensions: 18x5 cm. Condition: the feathers heavily worn.

Elaborate large head ornament featuring pumpkins, a butterfly and a cicada moth. Made of metal and cardboard covered with two shades of kingfisher feathers and red and green enamel. Condition: few losses of feathers. Dimension: 18 cm wide, 17 cm high.

Very rare and heavy antique Sino-Thai solid silver mesh belt with magnificent repousse dragon and flower motif on the buckle. Made by an expert and famous local (Bangkok) Chinese silversmith by the name of "Pung Heng" dating to ca. 1850. Exquisite hand made workmanship and stamped/ hallmarked on the inside of the buckle. This type of elegant silver belt was worn by Thai nobility and wealthy ladies in the 19th Century. Practically impossible to find nowadays...

Very rare antique Sino-Thai solid silver mesh belt with magnificent repousse peony or chrysanthemum flower and flora motif on the buckle and side pieces. Made by a skilled local (Bangkok) Chinese silversmith dating to ca. 1850. Exquisite hand made workmanship and stamped/hallmarked with chinese characters on the inside of the buckle. This type of elegant silver belt was worn by Thai nobility or wealthy ladies in the 19th Century. Practically impossible to find nowadays...