Chinese Export Hammered Sterling Long Dragon Five Toe Shot Cup & Bag c1880s

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Chinese Export Hammered Sterling Long Dragon Five Toe Shot Cup & Bag c1880s
Item Description
Excellent quality, weight & design
Entirely hand wrought, very nicely executed
Perfect for the boardroom, tailgate party or fun day at the race track!
Makers marks present, please scroll to last picture
Tested positive for sterling silver
Beaker stands 2 1/4 inches
Top diameter measures 1 7/8 inches
Weighs a almost 2 troy ounces
No monograms or dedications
A few tiny dings to the underside base from normal use over the past 125+ years
Beautiful, time-enhanced silver patina throughout
Comes with a NEW tropical RED drawstring presentation gift pouch, pictured
Packed & shipped within 24 hours
About the Chinese Dragon pursuing the Flaming Pearl
The
flaming pearl is
known to be a symbol of good luck, prosperity, wisdom and truth. Indeed, the symbolism of the
pearl is
important in both Taoism and Buddhism – in the latter the 'sacred
pearl
'
is
the jewel in the lotus, a jewel that grants all wishes.
It is believed that
the longer the Dragon is, the more luck it will bring
! It is said that the Dragon chasing the "pearl of wisdom" represents the Dragon's way to pursue insight and knowledge.