Generic Stainless Steel Hollowware Bowl or Vessel
Hollowware (Bowl or Vessel) · Unknown Manufacturer, stamped Hong Kong
Pattern: Unbranded utility or decorative bowl
Type
Hollowware (Bowl or Vessel)
Maker
Unknown Manufacturer, stamped Hong Kong
Material
Stainless Steel (specifically 18-8 stainless steel: 18% chromium, 8% nickel)
Dimensions
Dimensions estimated small-to-medium bowl or base; exact weight and measurements indeterminate from image
Description
An image focusing on the interior base of a hollowware vessel or bowl, revealing concentric spinning marks and a circular stamped mark indicating 18-8 stainless steel manufacture from Hong Kong.
Key Features
Clear circular stamp reading STAINLESS STEEL 18-8 HONG KONG surrounded by concentric machine-turning lines
Material & Composition
Stainless Steel (specifically 18-8 stainless steel: 18% chromium, 8% nickel)
Finish & Decoration
Machine-spun circular concentric grain with a smooth polished interior center and recessed stamped center base
Hallmarks & Stamps
Stamped text within a circular depression reading STAINLESS STEEL 18-8 HONG KONG
Construction Details
Machine-spun sheet metal with a stamped central foot or indentation
Functional Features
Concentric utility basin or footed base with standard utilitarian design
Handle & Grip Details
None present in visible area
Craftsmanship Details
Industrial machine-spun and stamped construction typical of mass-produced mid-to-late 20th-century kitchenware and tabletop items.
Authentication Indicators
The text stamp clearly identifies the item as modern stainless steel rather than precious silver. The presence of '18-8' and 'HONG KONG' confirms mid-to-late 20th-century Asian export kitchen or tabletop utility production.
Origin & Manufacturing
Made in Hong Kong
Era & Period
Late 20th Century to Contemporary (likely 1960s-1990s based on Hong Kong export era)
Age Estimate
Circa 1960s-1990s
Cultural Significance
Represents the widespread post-war manufacturing boom in Hong Kong, producing affordable household goods for the global market.
Condition Notes
Moderate surface wear with visible circular lathe/spinning marks, oxidation spots (rust or staining), and minor pitting near the center stamp. Condition is Fair to Good for utility ware.
Value Estimate
Nominal scrap or utilitarian value ($5 to $15 USD), as it is made of stainless steel rather than silver.
Care & Maintenance
Wash with warm soapy water and a non-abrasive sponge. Can be scoured lightly if needed and dried thoroughly to prevent water spots.
Similar Pieces
Mid-century modern stainless steel bowls, mixing vessels, and trays produced in Japan, Hong Kong, and Taiwan.
Interesting Facts
The designation 18-8 refers to the alloy composition of 18% chromium and 8% nickel, which provides excellent corrosion resistance, explaining why the piece lacks traditional silver tarnish.