Antique Chinese Silver Bat Repousse Pendant Chain 19th C Asian Gothic Necklace

Description

ULTRA RARE !!!    LUCKY BAT !!!
- Bat made of antique silver metal by 19th century Chinese silversmiths
- Necklace showcases etched dimensional smiling bat pendant
- Bat measures 2 1/4" in length (lower wing tip to lower wing tip)
- Bat measures 7/8" - 1" in width (ear tip to tail end)
- Necklace measures 23 1/2" in length
- Chain features faceted oblong shaped 1 MM wide links
- Links individually soldered closed
- Hook style clasp made of silver plated metal and measures 18 MM in length
- Clasp is not original
- Necklace weighs 10 grams
- Bat signed
- Soldered cartouche stamped with two Chinese characters
- Circa mid to late 1800s
- Bat acid tested by prior owner, accuracy isn't guaranteed
- Bat and chain are not magnetic
- Metal in excellent condition (minor signs of wear, tarnish/rich patina)
- Measurements and weight are approximate
- Allow for minor color variations
- Necklace in smoke free and pet free location
FYI, per the Bat Conservation website...
"As symbols of
good luck
and happiness,
bats
have few rivals in Chinese culture, and their admiration for
bats
is ancient. The Chinese word for
bat
is 'fu' and pronounced the same as the word for
good fortune."
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