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Silver Coin Opium Tool Set

Offered by: PAGODA RED

Description
A small Chinese chatelaine tool set strung with a petite white brass tools, including a spoon, a scraper and a pair of tweezers. The small tools hang from short chains linked to a silver Chinese coin originally minted from 1890-1908. Suspended from one's clothing at the shoulder, back, or waist, a tool set such as this was used for a variety of daily tasks, such as personal grooming, taking snuff, or cleaning opium accessories.

More Information

Period:	1920-1949
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	CDKZ083E
Incollect Reference #:	802238

Dimensions

W.	16.75 in;	H.	0.25 in;
W.	42.55 cm;	H.	0.64 cm;

Message from Seller:

PAGODA RED is a Chicago-based gallery celebrating extraordinary objects, handmade artistry, and the rich stories they carry from around the world. For inquiries or appointments, please call 773.235.1188 or email us at info@pagodared.com.