A Chinese 18k Gold Snuff Bottle, Qing Dynasty, late 19th century 2-3/8 x 1-3/4 x 1 inches (6.0 x 4.4 x 2.5 cm) Marks: six-character Daqing Jiaqing nian zhi mark, (effaced Tibetan script) 50 grams The gold snuff bottle with elaborate chased repoussé surface; the cover with coiled dragon clasping a pearl; the body featuring three dynamic dragons chasing flaming pearls, with the marks to mouth; the inner spoon, also 18k gold, in the form of a dragon claw holding a pearl. HID03101062020 © 2022 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

Presenting beautifully, with very minor wear indicative of age, use, and handling.
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