Lot 844
A late 19th century rectangular tortoiseshell case, the front designed as an initial monogram...
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Lot 844
A late 19th century tortoiseshell case.
Lot 844
Lot Description
A late 19th century rectangular tortoiseshell case, the front designed as an initial monogram with foliate border, opening to reveal two inner purple silk compartments. AF. Chip to tortoiseshell. Length 14cms.
Export issue: Yes
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
Overall condition good to fair. Minor surface wear in keeping with general wear. Large chips to tortoiseshell back panel. Surface wear to metal clasp and frame. Silk stained and discoloured, in keeping with age. Light scratches and scuffs to surface, in keeping with age. Please see the Important Notice for Purchasers in our catalogue and online for coloured gemstones.
The US prohibits the importation of items containing rubies or jadeite originating in Burma. For your convenience we have applied this notice to lots which contain rubies or jadeite originating in Burma, or those of indeterminate origin.
Please be advised that inability of a purchaser to import any such item into the US or elsewhere will not constitute grounds for non-payment or cancellation of the sale.
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