Superb Quality Korean 99% Pure Silver Covered Bowl & Tray 3pc Set

Description

Presented is a superb quality 3 piece Korean silver dish set. This set dates to around the 1960s-1970s. The dish is made from 99% pure silver, which is a distinctly higher standard than sterling 925 (92.5%). The set consists of two little covered dishes on a tray. The lid of each dish is beautifully decorated with raised stylized lotus flower and leaf designs, against a finely textured background. The designs are done in both bright silver and gilt, so they really stand out. The sides of the dishes have a design of small flowers and leaves, very lush and densely set. The lid of each dish is done in the form of a plum or other fruit, with a rich gold wash. The tray has a rim of scroll and foliate decoration in a simple style, and stands on four round feet. We are unsure what the purpose of these little dishes is, whether this is a dresser set for storing trinkets or cosmetics, or if this is a serving set for condiments, etc. However it's put to use, this is a beautiful set.
This set is in great condition. There are no splits, no breaks, no cracks, no monograms, no monogram removals, and no repairs.
The underside of each piece is stamped with the Korean stamp translating to 'pure silver' as well as 99 for 99% silver purity.
The tray measures about 8 3/8 by 5 3/8 inches, LxW. Each covered bowl measures about 3 1/4 inches in diameter and stands about 2 1/8 inches tall.
The total weight for the set is 572 grams or 20.2 regular ounces.
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