Late 19th century beautiful Chinese export mother-of-pearl octagonal belt buckle set in 900 solid silver and decorated with an overlay of enamel chrysanthemum flowers. Wonderful rich hues to the polychrome enamelling in turquoise green, royal blue and yellow. The silver mounts are trimmed with a twisted rope border.

Made in China, c. 1890’s; marked “90” and with the maker’s mark on reverse.

• 45.58 g
• 5 x 4 x 0.8 cm

Very good antique condition. Some tiny marks and hairline crack to mother-of-pearl; tiny wear to enamel; tiny dings to silver mounts.