Seal - Dragon encircles pearl.
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A bronze Chinese seal (yinzhang) with a dragon crowning a pearl, dating to 1970–1980, measuring 15.5 × 6.5 × 5.5 cm, in good condition with minor signs of age and stains.
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* Dutch seller with more than 25 years of experience in Tibet, Nepal and China
* No extra charges for European buyers — no customs duties, import VAT or handling fees, which you would pay with all other Asian suppliers at this auction
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This is a Chinese seal (印章, yìnzhāng) with a dragon as its crown - a classic symbol of imperial power and good fortune in Chinese culture.
The dragon embraces the "pearl of wisdom" - an important motif in Chinese iconography
Chinese characters: On the front, calligraphic characters are engraved
Function: Traditionally seals were used to authenticate documents, artworks, and correspondence — comparable to a signature in the West
Seller's Story
With more than 25 years of experience, we personally travel through China, Tibet, and Nepal to select authentic devotional art and ritual objects.
Each piece is carefully chosen for its cultural value, craftsmanship, and story.
Fast shipping and professional packaging - Each object is expertly packed to guarantee safe delivery
We always offer combined shipping on our auctions.
Note: You can only combine items within the same auction. If you wish to purchase multiple items from different auctions, pay for one item first and then send us a message so we can reduce the shipping costs on the other item.
Translated by Google Translate* Dutch seller with more than 25 years of experience in Tibet, Nepal and China
* No extra charges for European buyers — no customs duties, import VAT or handling fees, which you would pay with all other Asian suppliers at this auction
* 100% transparent — all photos are taken by us and show exactly the item you will receive
* No intermediaries — we ship our products ourselves, directly to you via easy-to-follow Track and Trace codes
* Lightning-fast shipping — always within 2 business days, usually within 1 business day
* Fair & combined shipping costs — combined shipping active on all our auction items
* Flexible shipping — after payment you can easily specify a desired shipping date
* 100% Reliable — Your package will always be shipped, regardless of the final bid.
This is a Chinese seal (印章, yìnzhāng) with a dragon as its crown - a classic symbol of imperial power and good fortune in Chinese culture.
The dragon embraces the "pearl of wisdom" - an important motif in Chinese iconography
Chinese characters: On the front, calligraphic characters are engraved
Function: Traditionally seals were used to authenticate documents, artworks, and correspondence — comparable to a signature in the West
Seller's Story
With more than 25 years of experience, we personally travel through China, Tibet, and Nepal to select authentic devotional art and ritual objects.
Each piece is carefully chosen for its cultural value, craftsmanship, and story.
Fast shipping and professional packaging - Each object is expertly packed to guarantee safe delivery
We always offer combined shipping on our auctions.
Note: You can only combine items within the same auction. If you wish to purchase multiple items from different auctions, pay for one item first and then send us a message so we can reduce the shipping costs on the other item.
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Era
1900-2000
Country of Origin
China
Material
Bronze
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
15.5 cm
Width
6.5 cm
Depth
5.5 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
Title additional information
Dragon encircles pearl.
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