Lacquered Chinese Papier Mache & Jade Box

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  1. kardinalisimo

    kardinalisimo Well-Known Member

    Can't tell for sure if the construction is wooden or papier mache. It is kind of light weighted so I would think it is the second. About 5.6 ounces and 3 1/2" x 5" x 2 1/4".
    The jade is scratch free.
    Any thoughts?
    Thanks
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    kardinalisimo, Jun 7, 2015
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  2. springfld.arsenal

    springfld.arsenal Store: http://www.springfieldarsenal.net/

    Looks like a nice piece of jade-worth over $100 by itself at least. Anyway-the back of it may not be finished but even so might make a halfway decent piece of jewelry worn on a necklace, Box has some age to it. Box may be worth restoring. Glad u put in dimensions.
     
    springfld.arsenal, Jun 8, 2015
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  3. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    Ya , that was someones keepsake box, & it was used lovingly.
    The jade is nice.....mutton jade , maybe ?
    I even like the good luck symbols..!
    RED......very lucky Chinese color !!
    The box screams good luck !!
     
    komokwa, Jun 8, 2015
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