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Mid-Century Chinese Export Cinnabar-Style Adjustable Ring Silver-Plated Filigree

Mid-Century Chinese Export Cinnabar-Style Adjustable Ring Silver-Plated Filigree
Mid-Century Chinese Export Cinnabar-Style Adjustable Ring Silver-Plated Filigree
Mid-Century Chinese Export Cinnabar-Style Adjustable Ring Silver-Plated Filigree
Mid-Century Chinese Export Cinnabar-Style Adjustable Ring Silver-Plated Filigree
Mid-Century Chinese Export Cinnabar-Style Adjustable Ring Silver-Plated Filigree
Mid-Century Chinese Export Cinnabar-Style Adjustable Ring Silver-Plated Filigree
Mid-Century Chinese Export Cinnabar-Style Adjustable Ring Silver-Plated Filigree
Mid-Century Chinese Export Cinnabar-Style Adjustable Ring Silver-Plated Filigree
Mid-Century Chinese Export Cinnabar-Style Adjustable Ring Silver-Plated Filigree
Mid-Century Chinese Export Cinnabar-Style Adjustable Ring Silver-Plated Filigree

Mid-Century Chinese Export Cinnabar-Style Adjustable Ring Silver-Plated Filigree
This silver-toned Chinese export ring features a bold rectangular cinnabar-style panel carved with a traditional Shou longevity character, set into a heavily worked filigree frame. The design reflects mid-20th century Chinese export influence, combining dramatic scale with ornamental metalwork typical of souvenir and export jewelry made for Western markets. Length / Size: Adjustable band, currently fits approx. Materials: Copper or brass base with silver-tone plating; carved cinnabar-style resin panel. Closure / Setting: Fixed bezel setting; open adjustable shank. Mark / Hallmark: Stamped "China" inside the band, consistent with mid-century export jewelry Condition. Visible plating wear and patina to interior and edges, consistent with age. Carved panel secure in setting; no cracks observed.
Mid-Century Chinese Export Cinnabar-Style Adjustable Ring Silver-Plated Filigree