Lot 1037

Four Victorian tortoiseshell items

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Item Details

Description

late 19th century; includes: folding magnifying glass, 3 in. W., silver-mounted notebook and change purse in presentation box, and silver- mounted match safe

Condition

All with wear from use, match safe broken latch

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Four Victorian tortoiseshell items

Name: Four Victorian tortoiseshell items
SKU: 37333338
Price: 225 USD
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