This item was purchased by my mother in Hong Kong about 30 years ago. The material is either silver or tin, I can't tell, but it has a substantial weight. I cleaned it with a precious metal polishing cloth. The tips appear to be stainless steel. Size: (Container) Height: approx. 4.8cm, Width: approx. 3.7cm (Pick) Length: approx. 8.2-8.9cm Please check the condition in the images.