Five Tortoiseshell Boxes, Inlay, Sewing Case
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19th century, oval sewing case with silver implements, thimble marked "Sterling Silver", case marked "Lund Maker Fleet St. London", silver cartouche marked "Emily", ivory bands at closure, 4-3/8 in.; coin purse with silver inlay, monogramed, 4-1/4 in.; coin purse with brass inlay, 3-1/8 in.; horn box with abalone and silver inlay, 3-1/4 in.; silver plated tortoise snuff box 3-1/8 in.;
Provenance: Private Collection, Middleburg, Virginia
Condition
sewing case missing scissors one other tool, minimal scratching and wear consistent with age and use, some splits to tortoise veneer; silver plated tortoise snuff box has restorations with glue residue; losses to top of  horn box
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Five Tortoiseshell Boxes, Inlay, Sewing Case
Estimate $500 - $700
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