An early 19^th century Chinese Export silver fish slice, Canton circa 1830 mark of Khecheong

King’s Hourglass pattern, double struck, engraved with initials DNC in cursive script. The scimitar shaped blade with engraved and pierced decoration of a fish amidst foliage and grapes. Marked to the reverse with pseudo hallmarks, lion passant, leopard’s head crowned, duty marks and KHG.

Length – 32.3 cm / 12.75 inches

Weight – 229 grams / 7.36 ozt