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A scarce division one carved Cowrie shell button

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A scarce division one carved Cowrie shell button

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1 Small 19th century pictorial fly cowrie shell button.
This button from the collection of the late Shirley Case is a fairly uncommon button to find in cowrie shell. The detail of the fly is a fine example and it is enh8anced with cut steels.

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 scarce division one carved Cowrie shell button

Name: A scarce division one carved Cowrie shell button
SKU: 173870301
Price: 110 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $120 - $200

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