Personalized Chinese Jubilee Decoration • ca. 1910-1925
Key Information
• Country: China
• Type: Women Longevity Jubilee Medal
• Period: Late Qing / Early Republic Period
• Awarded For: 80th Birthday Celebration
• Named Recipient: Madam Li
• Material: Gilt Bronze with Enamel
• Original ribbon present
Medal Design
Decorative eight-point star medal featuring multicolour enamel and traditional Chinese auspicious longevity motifs.
The central medallion displays the longevity character 壽 (Shou), symbolizing long life and honour.
Chinese inscriptions identify the medal as commemorating the 80th birthday of an honoured woman from the Li family, holding the prestigious title Tai Furen (Senior Lady).
Reverse bears stamped Chinese characters 福品, translating to “Auspicious Blessing Object”.
For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Dimensions approx.:
63.47 x 52.41 mm
Condition
Original period medal in very good collectible condition.
• Enamel remains bright and well preserved
• Natural aged patina on metal surfaces
• Minor wear consistent with age
• Ribbon shows expected age toning
Please study photographs carefully as they form part of the description.
Historical and Collectible Significance
Longevity medals such as this example reflect the Confucian tradition of honouring senior women within elite families. The title Tai Furen was reserved for mothers of high-ranking officials or distinguished families, making named examples highly desirable among collectors.
Personalized Chinese jubilee medals from the transitional Qing to Republic era represent an important cultural and social historical artifact.
Summary
Authentic and personalized Chinese longevity jubilee medal commemorating an 80th birthday celebration. Attractive enamel decoration combined with strong cultural and historical significance makes this a desirable collector's piece.
For the condition, please refer to the pictures.