Ante Up: Gambling Memorabilia

Tientsin, China Sims & Co. Bone Poker Chip Set with Monogrammed Case. China, ca. 1910s. Mahogany case with silver monogram to lid “CLS,” for the original owner, a Carl Lorenze Seitz, and Sims & Co. Tientsin (China) plaque inside. Seven rows of polished bone chips stained white, red, green, and blue. Approximately 500 chips total (diam. 1 ½”), two concentric circles. Obtained by the consignor from Seitz’s grandson, and accompanied by email correspondence about the set. Overall size 13 3/8 x 9 ¼ x 2 ¾”. Seam gap to lid, probably from wood contraction. Handsome set.