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Lot 696

Lot 696

Two tortoiseshell and mother of pearl card cases, each of rectangular form, the first having...

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Lot 696

Lot Description

Two tortoiseshell and mother of pearl card cases, each of rectangular form, the first having mother of pearl border surrounding central tortoiseshell panel, the hinged cover lifting to reveal lined interior, 4" x 3" (10cm x 7.5cm), the second having alternate mother of pearl and tortoiseshell lozenge panels, (hinged cover a/f).


Postage: Auction Default

Weight: No

Total lot weight: No

Both cases display general surface scratches, marks, wear and tarnishing commensurate with the age and use. Large sections of mother of pearl missing from second example and hinged cover is not connected. General wear, tears and fading to both interiors. 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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