Vintage 1930's Chinese bakelite Hovering Hawk mahjong set.

Complete set of 148 tiles ~ 144 for play and 4 spare blanks.

Nice deep yellow bakelite tiles which measure 30mm x 22mm x 13.5mm.

All tiles very nicely carved and coloured with desirable and rare Hovering Hawk & Globe one bams representing China's military strength and power, framed white dragons and lovely flower and season tiles decorated with auspicious flowers and plants of China in vases on carved stands.


Tiles in very good vintage condition ~ expected minor signs of wear commensurate with age.
Set complete with three bone dice, a green and red celluloid wind disc bettor, two instruction booklets, and a large quantity of brightly coloured celluloid scoring coins.

Green cotton interior of carry case and exterior of leather carry case both in very good vintage condition ~ working clasp.
A very appealing set with lots of charm.

Please see photos as part of condition report.
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