Japanese silver Jewelry Box 1918-39

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Posted by wit4him
10 years ago
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I would like to know if anyone has come across a jewelry box like this with hand fans on it. I have not and I have looked everywhere. I have been told this piece is from early 1900's and I have also been told to check post wwII. So if anyone has some info , please let me know. It is 80-85% silver with gold leafing hand fans emprinted on it.
Category Jewelry and Gemstones
Medium Silver with a Teakwood bottom. Has Green Velvet inside
Distinguishing marks It has a unique lock and key, very old. Hand fans imprinted all around and on top of lid
Condition Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item 11" X 6" X 4"
Date Period 1918-1939
Weight 3 pounds
History Was given to my Dad by an elderly woman he did some landscaping for, and passed down to me when I was 10 years old. I am now 68. It does look like it was signed but I can't make out what it is. I sent a picture of that too, to see if you could make it out.
Price 2,000
Price Paid (If known) Gift
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Lovejoy 🎯 Collector 10 years ago

The decoration techique is is called Damascene, most examples of it date between World Wars One and Two (1918-1939) I have seen examples similar to this go at auction for over $400.00
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wit4him 🌱 Newbie 10 years ago

Thank you for the information. I was told by an antique that this Jewelry Box is 80-85% silver with gold leafing so it should be worth more than $400. The antique dealer also said there was value in the jewelry box itself because of the age and unique design.
 

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