CHINESE HOROSCOPE INGOT PLATE. ELEPHANT. TIBETAN SILVER.

Description:
- Precious plate of the Chinese horoscope on one side and an elephant with a warrior on the other.
- After research, the elephant does not belong to one of the animals of the Chinese horoscope. It is considered a sacred animal, and according to Buddhist beliefs they are celestial animals and one of Buddha's sacred treasures. They symbolise good luck, longevity and success, among other things.
- The plaque has Chinese letters on both sides, but we do not know their meaning.
- It has a curiosity, and that is, that an elephant appears on the plaque making reference to the horoscope, it seems that it is not very common, since it does not belong to any of the animals that make up the Asian horoscopes.
- It has a small hole at the top for hanging.
- No distinctive mark or contrast has been found that could provide information on where it was made, the maker's details, or any other information.

Conservation and Damage:
- The plate is in a perfect state of preservation.
- It retains a beautiful period patina.
- It has minor knocks and scuffs due to age.
- The object shows the wear and tear of it's age.

Comments:
- Both measurements and weight are approximate.
- The tones of the colours in the photos are not the same as the tones of the real colours.
- The object for sale is the one that corresponds to the photos. The description is not a detailed exposition of it.
- The data provided here are personal opinions not contrasted