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Chinese stamp/seal?

R
18 years ago
AI Appraisal
Description

Just want to know more about this stamps meaning and history.

 Having trouble attaching pics.  It appears to have a lion and lioness kissingwith a couple of coins and possibly a shield upon their backs.  They are perched upon this square base, and there is text on two side of the base and chinese symbols/designs on the bottom.  The bottom is stained with blue ink from previous use.  Please email me if you want to see pics.  My email addy is [email protected]

Category China
Medium soap stone I think
Distinguishing marks chinese text on two sides
Condition Good
Size and dimensions of this item 2 inches wide x about 4 1/2 inches tall
Date Period unsure
Weight 2 pounds approximately
History my mom bought it at an antique store in California, USA. The vendor was not there, but the cashier says he takes frequent trips to china and brings items back to sell here and so this is probably from china.
Price Paid (If known) gift
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