Small engraved silver-plated bell shaped as a pomegranate. A Pomegranate exposes, when it splits up, the many seeds inside and is therefore considered as a symbol of Fertility. And of course such a symbolic meaning makes a perfect wedding present. The addition of a melon (Fertility) which is attached to its side makes it even more auspicious. The pomegranate comes in the shape of a bell because its sound was believed to chase away evil spirits. It dates from the late Qing (1644 – 1912) to the early Republic period. Width 4.1 cm. Height 3.4 cm. Depth 2.1 cm.