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Lot 156

Lot 156

A group of five tortoiseshell items, comprising a plain card case of rectangular form, the...

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Lot 156

Lot Description

A group of five tortoiseshell items, comprising a plain card case of rectangular form, the hinged cover opening to reveal lined interior, 4" x 3" (10cm x 7.5cm), four assorted tortoiseshell purses, plus a mother of pearl purse.

Export issue: Yes

Postage: Auction Default

Weight: No

Total lot weight: No

Card case and purses display general surface scratches, marks, wear and tarnishing commensurate with the age and use.

Mother of pearl purses has cracks and losses to exterior.

Interiors all with wear.

These items may have export issues, for customers outside of the EU, please note that it is the buyers responsibility to adhere to any import/export requirements.

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