Figurine - Chinses Silver Belt Buckles (2) - Silver
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A rare pair of Chinese 84 silver belt buckles dating to the Qing Dynasty (1644–1912). Beautifully pierced and finely engraved, the buckles are fashioned as the Chinese characters Fu (福) and Shou (寿), enriched with elegant bamboo leaves, plum blossoms and geometric decorative motifs. In Chinese culture, Fu represents blessings, happiness, prosperity and good fortune, while Shou symbolises longevity, health and a long, fulfilling life. Together, the two characters express the traditional blessing Fu Shou Shuang Quan (福寿双全), conveying wishes for a life filled with happiness, wealth, good health and longevity.
The reverse retains the original fastening bars and hooks, confirming their intended use as a pair of belt buckles. Both buckles are struck with the ‘84’ silver standard, indicating 875-grade silver, a fineness widely used in northern China during the late Qing period. Rich in cultural symbolism and finely crafted, these buckles are excellent examples of traditional Chinese silverwork and would make an attractive addition to any collection of Chinese antiques or Asian silver.
Dimensions: (please insert dimensions)
Weight: approximately 32 g.
Condition: Good antique condition with an attractive natural patina and light wear consistent with age.
A rare pair of Chinese 84 silver belt buckles dating to the Qing Dynasty (1644–1912). Beautifully pierced and finely engraved, the buckles are fashioned as the Chinese characters Fu (福) and Shou (寿), enriched with elegant bamboo leaves, plum blossoms and geometric decorative motifs. In Chinese culture, Fu represents blessings, happiness, prosperity and good fortune, while Shou symbolises longevity, health and a long, fulfilling life. Together, the two characters express the traditional blessing Fu Shou Shuang Quan (福寿双全), conveying wishes for a life filled with happiness, wealth, good health and longevity.
The reverse retains the original fastening bars and hooks, confirming their intended use as a pair of belt buckles. Both buckles are struck with the ‘84’ silver standard, indicating 875-grade silver, a fineness widely used in northern China during the late Qing period. Rich in cultural symbolism and finely crafted, these buckles are excellent examples of traditional Chinese silverwork and would make an attractive addition to any collection of Chinese antiques or Asian silver.
Dimensions: (please insert dimensions)
Weight: approximately 32 g.
Condition: Good antique condition with an attractive natural patina and light wear consistent with age.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
33 g
Number of objects
2
Style
Antique
Title
Chinses Silver Belt Buckles
Country of origin
China
Material
Silver
Dynastic style/period
Qing Dynasty (1644-1911)
Provenance
Antique market
Colour
White
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
8 cm
Attribution
Original
Width
6 cm
Sold with stand
No
Depth
0.1 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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