Antique 1900 Chinese Export Raised Marine Dragon ‘Argent’ Silver Cigarette Case

Offered is a wonderful 1900s Chinese sterling silver cigarette case depicting a Chinese dragon marine in magnificent raised details on its body, head, eyes, tail, and skin, fighting a sea animal on the cover, with a case featuring a classic form with softly sharp corners, a hallmark of “ARGENT (meaning silver in French) MV 101” on the right corner of the interior, and an adorable design of a Chinese castle by the sea on the back.

The cover of the Chinese Export cigarette case closes tight and the interior right strap is present.

This exquisite antique Chinese silver cigarette case is in perfect antique condition with some hairline marks due to its age, measuring 11.5 cm x 8 cm x 1 cm, and weighing 106 grams.

China 1900 c.