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AN ORDER OF THE DOUBLE DRAGON MEDAL LATE QING DYNASTY |
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 GBP
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Description
- Width: 8.62 cm, 3 3/8 in.
First type (1882-1902), Third Class, First Grade, large neck badge in silver-gilt, with two dragons flanking a central aperture, now lacking its original central coloured glass stone, against a turquoise enamelled ground, the reverse plain save for an impressed/incised Chinese seal, surmounted by a ruyi loop
Provenance
Possibly awarded to Constantin von Hanneken (1854-1925) in 1886, and thence by descent.
Condition
This medal is in overall good condition apart from missing its original central stone. There are very slight surface scratches, rubbing of enamels and gilding. There are some minor oxidisation of metal at the back around the edge.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."