Teacup holder with lid and cup. Tea cup holder is formed of a central round tube (blocked at the base), with eight petal shapes decorated with symbols. The round tea cup lid has a broad rim and two stepped sections with gilded motifs. Raised section at top with incised detail and red bead on top. Inside sits a round teacup made from a translucent gemstone (possibly jade).
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