Original Antique Chinese / Thai Incised Silver Inhaler with Cap / Lid

Description

This is an original 19th Century Chinese possibly Thai Incised Silver Inhaler in very nice condition. The inhaler has a metal screen meant to keep the larger contents inside the cylinder from being inhaled into the lungs. This silver container was purchased in Bangkok in the early 1970's by my father during one of his quarterly buying trips for his Antique Shop in Penang, Malaysia.  The inhaler was purchased in Bangkok’s jewelry district bordered by Silom Road and Surawong Road.
Inhaler Dimensions: 7/8 inch in Diameter by 3 inches in length
Weight: 1.2 ounces (33 grams)
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Provenance: Collection of Don T. Christensen, Penang, Malaysia