Year: Circa 1910s
Category: Raw Pu-er Tea
Origin: Chen Yun Hao Tea House
Storage: Mid Dry Storage
Quantity: A Stack (7 Pieces)
Total Weight: Approx. 2243g
Chen Yun Hao was a renowned Pu-er tea house established in Manla, owning half of the tea gardens in the mountains. Although production is limited, Chen Yun Hao was classified as the top five antique tea brands along with Song Pin Hao, Tong Qing Hao, Tong Xing Hao, and Fu Yuan Chang Hao. Its popularity reached its peak during 1900 to 1933, contributing to 1/3 of the South Asian markets such as Vietnam and Hong Kong. This lot has been well-preserved in a mildly dry warehouse. The tea showcases a smooth and sweet taste with medicinal fragrance. There are two types of tickets: a blue inner ticket with light green print, and a large black-on-white ticket, which indicates the highest standard in production. The craftsmanship and technique align with the late Qing and early Republic period, marking the peak of Chen Yun Hao's prominence. The inner ticket features a sun pattern with the words "Chen Yun Gui Yin," while the larger ticket has a 45-degree cut design. The packaging is made of thin cotton paper with a waxy layer and is stamped using wooden seals. Additionally, the tea cakes were printed with woodblocks, resulting in slightly blurred ink and characters. This lot holds significant historical value as a rare and treasured find.