Antique Serpentine Paperweight, Chinese, Soapstone, Marble, Desktop, Victorian Betjemann gilt finished fleur-de-lys inside cover

gilt finished fleur-de-lys inside cover lining

This is a charming vintage mah-jongg set

Small iron loop to the top

Standing upon black marble bases dressed with tan leather beneath

Antique Serpentine Paperweight, Chinese, Soapstone, Marble, Desktop, Victorian Betjemann gilt finished fleur-de-lys inside coverOur Stock # 18. 9954 This is an antique serpentine paperweight. A Chinese, stone and marble dragon fish figure, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. Distinctive and tactile Oriental taste, with appealing originality Displays a desirable aged patina throughout Carved soapstone figure shows a lightly polished finish Presented upon a black and red marble plinth Dressed to the base with a protective green baize This is a fascinating antique