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August 2018 Hong Kong Auction - Sess. A-D 6-8 Aug 2018
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CHINA. Brass Charm Tree, ND. Changsha Mint. Qian Long (1736-95).
Approximately 20 x 3.25 in (50.8 x 8.26 cm). RARE complete charm tree. The tree comprises of 17 various multiple Cash size charms and one Cash piece at the very top naming Emperor Qian Long from the Changsha Mint, Hunan. Six of the charms display auspicious symbols such as cranes, birds, dragons, phoenix's, bats, deer and plum blossoms. While the remaining charms have varying inscriptions for wealth, nobility, prosperity, happiness, good luck, harmony and longevity. A highly unusual item sure to see spirited bidding. Minor earthen deposits amongst the devices. Attractive patina. Due to the size and nature of this lot, the winning bidder will pay actual cost of shipping. VERY FINE.
From an Advanced Collection of Primitive Monies.
Approximately 20 x 3.25 in (50.8 x 8.26 cm). RARE complete charm tree. The tree comprises of 17 various multiple Cash size charms and one Cash piece at the very top naming Emperor Qian Long from the Changsha Mint, Hunan. Six of the charms display auspicious symbols such as cranes, birds, dragons, phoenix's, bats, deer and plum blossoms. While the remaining charms have varying inscriptions for wealth, nobility, prosperity, happiness, good luck, harmony and longevity. A highly unusual item sure to see spirited bidding. Minor earthen deposits amongst the devices. Attractive patina. Due to the size and nature of this lot, the winning bidder will pay actual cost of shipping. VERY FINE.
From an Advanced Collection of Primitive Monies.
Ex: Hans M.F. Schulman auction June 27-29, 1973 Lot # 602 (with lot tag).
Estimate: $2000.00- $3000.00