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Antiques & Fine Art 08/12/2014
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Lot 185

A late 19th century Loggerhead turtle shell

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A late 19th century Loggerhead turtle shell (Caretta caretta), brought back from South America by a relative of the current owner's grandfather around 1900, and sold with an early 20th century monochrome photograph of the shell in situ, 20.5", (52cm) across curve), 19.5" x 15", (49.5cm x 38cm). The relevant CITES exemption applies to this lot.

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    General surface wear and edge chipping commensurate with considerable age. No part of underneath shell remaining.

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