Lot 237. An unusual blue and white 'precious objects'  box and cover, Wanli mark and period (1573-1620). Diameter 6 in., 15.2 cm. Estimate 15,000 — 20,000 USD. Lot sold 23,750 USD. Photo Sotheby's

of circular outline, the top of the cover decorated with a 'flaming pearl' supported on a stylized blossom surrounded by blossoms supporting the 'Eight Precious Objects', the precious object motif repeated on the sides of the cover and box, six-character mark in underglaze blue within a double circle (2). 

Note: A similar example was sold at Christie's New York, 22nd - 23rd March 2012, lot 1986.

Sotheby's. Fine Chinese Ceramics & Works of Art. New York | 18 Mar 2014, 10:30 AM