A coral snuff bottle, China, first half of the 20th century, peony decoration in relief, 石州 (Shi Zhou) mark under the base, h. 9 cm A coral snuff bottle, China, first half of the 20th century, 石州 (Shi Zhou) mark under the base, 9 cm high 珊瑚鼻煙壺 石州款 高9厘米 General surface wear A few small chips A few scratches to the surface Presence of an old label under the base Brown material around the neck, blocking the inside of the bottle Few old traces of tape on the neck and stopper Weight: 138g This lot contains coral. The coral trade is regulated. Piguet therefore recommends that buyers inform themselves of the applicable regimes and requirements before taking any action in relation to the purchase or handling of a coral item. Piguet will not apply on behalf of buyers for exemption certificates, CITES licences, registrations or other necessary documentation, including renewals or updates, and will not arrange import or export permits required for international shipments. The buyer's inability or delay in obtaining the necessary documents or in legally arranging the export or import of the consignment shall not justify cancellation of the sale or delay in payment. Overall wear to the surface Some minute chips Some surface scratches Presence of an old label to the base Presence of a brown material to the neck, blocking the interior of the bottle Few old tape traces to the neck and to the stopper Weight: 138g This lot contains coral. Commercial trade in coral is regulated. Piguet therefore recommends that, before taking any action related to a potential purchase or handling of an coral item, buyers seek advice on the applicable regulations and requirements. Piguet will not conduct any applications for exemption certificates, CITES licenses, registrations, or similar documents that may be required, including their renewal or update, nor arrange for import or export permits needed for international shipping. A buyer's inability or delay in obtaining the necessary documentation, or in lawfully arranging the export or import of the lot, will not justify the cancellation of the sale or a delay in payment.