Antique Chinese Tinder Pouch, 1800's shells 8" long x 2" wide

8" long x 2" wide

one smaller at 20mm long x 13mm diameter and four at an average size 24mm long x 15-18mm diameter

Each 8mm x 9-10mm diameter beads has a unique Tic-Tac-Toe and stripe pattern

are an old mustard-yellow color which was produced in the early 1800's and sometimes in late 1700's

Antique Chinese Tinder Pouch, 1800's shells 8" long x 2" wideThis tinder pouch is a beautiful work of art, and was used along with flint to strike a spark, starting a fire. Hung from a belt, these were an essential survival tool, and could be from Tibet. Unsigned and over 100 years old. Measures 2. 5" x 2. 5" and has a flap which opens, and some nice details on loop and corners. Mixed metals: steel, brass & silver. Highly collectible!