Monday 2 April 2012 | 10:00 | Lots: 546

Monday 2 April 2012 | 10:00 | Lots: 546

Lot 229

Lot 229

A 19th century rectangular tortoiseshell box. The hinged opening cover lifting to reveal a...

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Lot 229

Lot Description

A 19th century rectangular tortoiseshell box. The hinged opening cover lifting to reveal a shallow velvet lined interior with yellow metal hinges and fittings 5.25" (13cm) length x 1.75" (4.5cm) width

Postage: Auction Default

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The box has a number of cracks to the veneers around the hinges. The top has slightly warped and does not sit flat on the base. The velvet to the interior has been replaced

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