Lot 71
Antique Egyptian Wood and Bone Inlaid Footed and Hinged Top Trinket Box w/ Chinese Secretary Legation Card


Antique Egyptian Wood and Bone Inlaid Footed and Hinged Top Trinket Box w/ Chinese Secretary Legation Card
Current Bid: $25
(1 Bid)Made in Cairo, Egypt. In diplomatic circles, a "Chinese Secretary" at a legation (or later, embassy) was a highly specialized role, particularly during the 19th and early 20th centuries. This role was crucial for conducting diplomatic relations with China, as Chinese authorities insisted on communicating with foreign powers in Mandarin Chinese. Please ask specific questions on details, condition, and shipping prior to bidding, ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, and the bidder will be responsible for payment. We box and ship what we can to keep costs low, and use USPS and UPS. Large items, extremely fragile, and high value items will be packed by UPS. Quotes available on request
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Dimensions:
- 5.25" wide x 1.75" tall x 3.5" deep Condition:
- Good Condition with a couple of bone pieces missing (see pics)
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$0 | $49 | $5 |
$50 | $99 | $5 |
$100 | $199 | $10 |
$200 | $499 | $25 |
$500 | $999 | $50 |
$1,000 | $2,999 | $100 |
$3,000 + | $250 |