An early 20^th century Chinese export silver egg cruet, Shanghai circa 1930 by Da De, retailed by Tin Sheng of Hong Kong

The stand of shaped hexafoil form upon six ball feet, with a central ring carrying handle, fitted with six egg spoons, and six lift off egg cups, scalloped rims, and gilt interiors. Each marked with artisan mark 大得 (DA DE), numeral 85, and retailer’s mark TS.

Length – 17.5 cm / 6.8 inches

Weight – 487 grams / 15.66 ozt