Lot 263 , Chinese cameo agate snuff bottle, 19th / 20th century, 4.2cm

A Chinese cameo agate snuff bottle, 19th / 20th century, carved in relief with two silk worms and a leaf, the reverse with an insect on a leaf, 4.2cm
Estimate £50-70

Tiny nick to the outer edge of the mouth, this may even be in the process of manufacture and polishing, otherwise typical inclusions and veining to the stone, good condition.


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Sold for £50