MALAY ARCHIPELAGO, Islamic Sultanates. Perak. Circa 18th century. Tin Ingot (8.5x8.5x4 cm, 654.50 g). Slightly bent at margins.Electronic Auction 580 World, Tin Estimate: $ 100 |
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MALAY ARCHIPELAGO, Islamic Sultanates. Perak. Circa 18th century. Tin Ingot (8.5x8.5x4 cm, 654.50 g). Pyramid/pagoda type. Top decorated with geometric design imitating the veins of the leaves of the mangosteen tree (garcinia mangostana), here resembling a cross. Cf. SS 24-30 (forsimilar lighter examples). Slightly bent at margins. Additional shipping charges will apply. |