Shagreen cigarette box made from sharkskin or the skin of a stingray. The interior is satin cedar
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Shagreen cigarette box made from sharkskin or the skin of a stingray. The interior is satin cedar wood. Sterling silver banding on lid, base and opening, marked RC with additional makers marks on side. Shagreen is a leather made from sharkskin or the skin of a Stingray. This type of Shagreen was first made popular by Jean-Claude Galluchat (d1774) a master leather worker in the Court of Louis XV in France. It became a fashion amongst the French aristocracy and later throughout Europe. Shagreen is derived from the French word "Chagrin". Very good condition, shows minor separation of skin on lid. Measures 3.5" x 4.5" x 2.5".
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Shagreen cigarette box made from sharkskin or the skin of a stingray. The interior is satin cedar
Estimate $100 - $200
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