Bidspirit auction | A TIBETAN MECHAG FLINT-CARRYING POUCH

A TIBETAN MECHAG FLINT-CARRYING POUCH WITH A TURQUOISE ACCENT, 19TH CEN. - A Tibetan mechag flint pouch decorated with finely worked repousse silver and brass foliate panels as well as roughhewn turquoise and rounded coral cabochons. The piece is hung from a red-stitched leather strap set with rounded metal studs. Mechag pouches were designed to carry fragments of flint and some flammable material so that one could easily light fires wherever they traveled. Tibet, 19th century. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not ship in-house. A list of recommended shippers will be provided. Dimensions: 7 3/4 x 5 in., (19.5 x 12.7 cm.) Condition: Good antique patina. Dust and debris on the wirework. Normal and expected general wear and age.