CHINA. Qing Dynasty. Eight Treasures Bronze Hanging Charm, ND (ca. 19th Century). CHOICE VERY FINE.

Dimensions: 52mm x 72mm; Weight: 41.81 gms. Obverse: Crane and deer facing each other, both representing long life; auspicious symbols around; Reverse: Jin Yù Mân Táng Cháng Mìng Fù Guì ( enjoy long life and prosperity ); eight treasures around: pearl (flaming pearl), silver ingot (sycee or yuan bao), double lozenge, coral, rhinoceros horn, writing brush and Chinese ink, precious mirror, and scepter. All with hanger at the top and three holes. Mostly deep brown in color, with some areas of lighter yellow-bronze.

From the Hobart Collection.

Estimate: $45 - $75