CHINA: AE charm (27.49g), CCH-376 variety, 50mm, zheng de tong bao // dragon & phoenix type, the two facing each other with their heads at the bottom, VF. Based on the Ming dynasty ruler Zheng De (1505-21), this is a popular charm because zheng de has the auspicious meaning of "correct virtue" in Chinese, which is an appropriate wish for a newlywed couple. This piece was likely manufactured during the Qing dynasty due to casting style and metal. Photo size reduced.
Estimate: 100-150 USD