A. V. Shvetsov & Sons (Shun Feng) "Tea Money" Brick of 48 Ounces ND (c. 1862/4-1917) AU/UNC, Opitz-pg. 342 (this piece illustrated). 330x147x28mm. 1379.1gm. A.C.Ш. (for Alexei Shvetsov & Sons) in incuse oval stamp, small imitation screws around, to left: Shun Feng Ji (company name in Chinese) and three Manchu characters, likely also giving the company name / reverse blank and displaying a small inventory sticker from Mr. Opitz's collection. A sturdy and handsome brick with a deep mahogany color, numerous tea stems visible, along with fine 'polish' lines from the steam mold.

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