Lot 0038

Chinese Carved Tortoise Shell Cup, Magnifying Glass

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Chinese Carved Tortoise Shell Cup, Magnifying Glass

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(lot of 2) Chinese decorative items, late 19th/early 20th century: one tortoise shell cup; and one magnifying glass, the handle pierced with bat and coins, having a silk cover embroidered with a bird (handle repaired); Provenance: Property from the Christian de Guigne' IV Estate, Hillsborough, CA.

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Chinese Carved Tortoise Shell Cup, Magnifying Glass

Name: Chinese Carved Tortoise Shell Cup, Magnifying Glass
SKU: 43774271
Price: 125 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $50 - $100

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