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A division one carved non iridescent shell button

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A division one carved non iridescent shell button

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1 Medium size 19th century pictorial shell button.
This beautifully carved Cowrie shell set in metal depicts a detailed flower head and leaves. The vibrant pink background on the shell is truly striking and the carving is very finely crafted.

Issued: DIVISION 1=PRE 1918 AND DIVISION 3 IS AFTER 1918
Dimensions: SM=Less than 3/4", Medium=3/4" to 1 1/4". Large=1 1/4" and above, extra large=1 3/4" and above

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A division one carved non iridescent shell button

Name: A division one carved non iridescent shell button
SKU: 173870223
Price: 350 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $150 - $300

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