19th/ 20th century. To include: A) Two-piece silver buckle, marked “WS”. Probably for Woshing, Shanghai. Has a bamboo pattern with Chinese characters and reticulated design. 3 3/8″ wide x 2 1/4″ high. 1.98 ozt. Age appropriate wear. B) One-piece rectangular silver buckle with fish, seashells and insects. Hallmarked on verso. 2 3/4″ wide x 2 1/8″ high. 1.35 ozt. Age appropriate wear. C) Silver money clip with floral and bamboo design, marked on verso “Indo-China Silver”. 1 7/8″ high x 1 1/4″ wide. .48 ozt. D) Japanese silver chain or lanyard which would hang from belt. 6″ long x 1 1/8″ wide. 2.75 ozt. Good overall condition. E) Singtao China U.S. Navy silver-plate belt buckle 1 5/8″ high x 2 1/8″ wide. Light surface scratches, age appropriate wear. F) Japanese silver plated fob with compartment for tobacco with dragon motifs and dragon charm with compass on verso. 4 3/4″ long. Total silver weight 6.59 ozt. Provenance: From the estate of Alan Gaines of A & A Gaines Antiques, Newport, Rhode Island. Shipping Restriction: Please note this lot must be paid for by cash, wire transfer or known check. Items will be shipped or sent to shipper once payment clears.
