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Antique Malay / Indonesian Silver Caping / Chaping / Modesty Plate / Disk

$ 55.44

Availability: 46 in stock
  • Age: 1900-1940
  • Color: Silver
  • Primary Material: Silver
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Region of Origin: Southeast Asia

    Description

    This is a beautifully simple Antique Silver Caping / C
    haping
    / Modesty Plate / Shield from either Malaysia or Indonesia.
    This piece
    dates from the late 1800's to early 1900's.  These heart shaped shields were worn by Babies / Children of Muslim families to cover their genitals.  The caping was suspended from a Chain that would have been worn around the child's waist.  This item was purchased in the early 1970's from a local antique dealer in Penang, Malaysia that sold primarily Peranakan / Nyonya Items.
    This Caping / Chaping
    has not been polished and retain it's original patina.  Applying silver polish would drastically change the appearance of the item if you prefer a shinier / newer looking piece.
    Dimensions: 2 3/8 inches in Width and 2 7/8 inches in Height.  Weight: .5 ounces
    Returns accepted if not completely satisfied.
    California Residents are required to pay California Sales Tax upon purchase.
    ATTENTION INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS / PURCHASERS: this auction / sale is for Buyers in the United States and Canada only.  If you are an international bidder and want to bid / buy, contact me prior to bidding / purchasing to obtain individual permission.  This may be granted after you accept the shipping costs quoted to you.