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Chinese Bronze Opium Box, c. 1900
$428
£325.91
€375.28
CA$606.51
A$652.39
CHF 348.66
MX$7,689.85
NOK 4,395.75
SEK 4,018.55
DKK 2,803.98
About the Item
A petite bronze canister once used to store a smoker's personal supply of opium paste. A keepsake from a bygone era, the small box dates to the early 20th century and provided an airtight seal to keep one's opium sticky and malleable.
- Dimensions:Height: 1 in (2.54 cm)Diameter: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
- Style:Qing (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:c. 1900
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: CDKZ0331stDibs: LU820042396252
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