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Giant Victorian Taxidermy Loggerhead Sea Turtle
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An extremely rare giant Victorian taxidermy Loggerhead sea turtle England, 19th century The
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Sea Turtle

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Tortoise Shell, Animal Skin, Epoxy Resin, Paint

Antique Giant Victorian Taxidermy Loggerhead Sea Turtle
Giant Victorian Taxidermy Loggerhead Sea Turtle
H 17.72 in W 47.25 in D 66.93 in
A marine specimen: a pair of sea turtle carapace, Italy 1850.
Located in Milan, IT
A wunderkammer marine specimen: an ancient pair of shells or carapaces of a hawksbill sea turtle
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Sea Turtle

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Wood, Sea turtle

Japanese Pair of Life Size Carved Wood Sea Turtles
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Japanese hand carved wood life size turtles small 12x19x10" Large 12x22x12".
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1920s Antique Sea Turtle

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Hardwood

Vintage Carved Green Bakelite Alligator Crocodile Turtle Bangle Bracelet
Located in Dayton, OH
of a crocodile / alligator chasing a sea turtle. Swab tested by previous owner. Dimensions: 8” x
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Early 20th Century Antique Sea Turtle

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Bakelite

Two American Bronze and Marble Table Lamps, E.F. Caldwell, circa 1915
Located in New York, NY
Modelled as Amphitrite and Poseidon each mounted on a marble sea turtle.
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1910s American Antique Sea Turtle

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Bronze

Georgian Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
Located in Northampton, GB
. Tortoiseshell describes a type of decorative material made from the shells of certain species of sea turtles
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Early 1800s English George III Antique Sea Turtle

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Silver

Antique Georgian Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
Georgian Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
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H 3.74 in W 4.53 in D 3.15 in
19th C. Royal Copenhagen* Parian Aesthetic Movement Vase by Anna Plenge, 1870
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
with a giant sea turtle at his side, holding a cornucopia shell vase. Overall Measurements: 13.5
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19th Century Danish Aesthetic Movement Antique Sea Turtle

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Porcelain

Antique George III Green Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
Located in Northampton, GB
from the shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells of these turtles are composed of a hard
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Sea Turtle

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Silver

Antique George III Green Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
Antique George III Green Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
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H 4.3 in W 6.9 in D 3.75 in
Rare Regency Architectural Pressed Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
Located in Northampton, GB
decorative material made from the shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells of these turtles are
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1810s British Regency Antique Sea Turtle

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Shell

Antique Rare Regency Architectural Pressed Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
Rare Regency Architectural Pressed Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy
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H 5.91 in W 7.87 in D 5.12 in
Antique English Boulle Stationery Box by Leuchars & Sons
By Leuchars & Son
Located in Northampton, GB
 describes a type of decorative material made from the shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Sea Turtle

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Brass

Giant Turtle Shell or Carapace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive antique gigantic turtle shell with its iconic variegated color tones, sea inspired form
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19th Century American Victorian Antique Sea Turtle

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Sea turtle

Giant Turtle Shell or Carapace
Giant Turtle Shell or Carapace
H 44 in W 33 in D 14 in
Silver & Tortoiseshell Cigar Humidor
By John Batson & Sons
Located in Northampton, GB
shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells of these turtles are composed of a hard, glossy
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Sea Turtle

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Silver & Tortoiseshell Cigar Humidor
Silver & Tortoiseshell Cigar Humidor
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H 4.73 in W 10.24 in D 6.3 in
Regency Tortoiseshell and Mother of Pearl Serpentine Tea Caddy
Located in Northampton, GB
from the shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells of these turtles are composed of a hard
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Sea Turtle

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Tortoise Shell, Mother-of-Pearl

Regency Tortoiseshell and Mother of Pearl Serpentine Tea Caddy
Regency Tortoiseshell and Mother of Pearl Serpentine Tea Caddy
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H 4.72 in W 7.87 in D 4.72 in
20th Italian Cabinet on Stand, Baroque Bargueno with Inlays & Mounts
Located in Miami, FL
price and high demand for furniture with sea turtle shell are explained by the shortage of material, it
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Antique Sea Turtle

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Bronze

17th Century Oil Painting Still Life: Turtles & Fish with a Ship in Stormy Seas
Located in London, GB
A Still Life of Turtles, An Eel, Pike, Lobsters and other Fish on the Shore, A Ship in the Stormy
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17th Century Old Masters Antique Sea Turtle

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Oil

18th Original Italian Cabinet on Stand, Baroque Bargueno with Carey Inlays
Located in Miami, FL
furniture with sea turtle shell are explained by the shortage of material, it was necessary to import
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Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Sea Turtle

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Bronze

Italian style "bargueño". Tortoiseshell, wood, bronze. 18th century.
Located in Madrid, ES
price and high demand for furniture with sea turtle shell can be explained by the scarcity of material
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18th Century European Neoclassical Antique Sea Turtle

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Bronze

1880s Victorian Bronze Tazza Centerpiece Fruit Bowl Cherub Sea Creature Napoleon
By Alfred Emmanuel Louis Beurdeley
Located in Hyattsville, MD
cherubs in fine details, on a tripod of sea creatures; fish and turtles. Very heavy. Procured from a fine
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Sea Turtle

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Bronze

Sicilian Writing Desk in Ebony Embellished with Tortoiseshell Inserts and Silver
Located in Barletta, IT
Writing desk in ebony embellished with tortoiseshell inserts and silver finishes. Drawers along with a sliding and folding top. Origin: Southern Italy, Sicily Period: mid-1700s Di...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Sea Turtle

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Silver

19th Century Italian Fish Sculpture from Antique Elements
Located in Dallas, TX
shell, a sea shell and a sharks jaw. Creates a fun whimsical vibe!!
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19th Century Italian Antique Sea Turtle

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Shell, Wood, Marine turtle

Hand-knotted Wool Antique Blue Herati-pattern Persian Bidjar Runner
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This antique Persian Bidjar Runner has a sea-blue field with an overall buff-brown and chocolate
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Sea Turtle

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Wool

Antique Large Chinese Carved Agate Animal Group #2, 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
A fine and beautiful Carved Agate Animal Group depicts a turtle, dragon, and cloud with sea waves
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19th Century Chinese Antique Sea Turtle

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Agate

Antique Wool Herati-Pattern Senah Runner
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This antique Seneh runner features a shaded sea-blue field with an overall brick-red, light green
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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Sea Turtle

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Wool

19th Century Antique Lenkoran Karabagh Rug
Located in Barueri, SP, BR
tosbaga, which means turtle. Inside each medallion is a smaller medallion. The more oversized medallion
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Late 19th Century Caucasian Antique Sea Turtle

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Wool

19th Century Antique Lenkoran Karabagh Rug
19th Century Antique Lenkoran Karabagh Rug
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W 62.21 in L 102.37 in
Antique Bidjar Rug
Located in New York, NY
attractive in their shades of teal and sea green. A fine light blue-teal appears in the lotus palmettes
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1920s Antique Sea Turtle

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Wool, Cotton

Antique Bidjar Rug
Antique Bidjar Rug
W 57 in L 90 in
Japanese Huge Antique Captain Whale Fisherman Satsuma Charger, 18 Inches & Box
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japanese legend about a fisherman who holds a fishing pole and rescues a turtle and is rewarded for this
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Sea Turtle

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Ceramic

Crustacean Varieties in Drapiez's Natural Sciences Dictionary, 1845
Located in Langweer, NL
" - This might be an anemone or a mislabeled organism, as "Anthea" typically refers to a genus of sea
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1840s Antique Sea Turtle

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Paper

Japanese Porcelain Dish Imari-Arita finely Hand Painted, Edo Period 18th C
By Arita
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
detail with a central octagonal panel showing a sea creature ( turtle) swimming among waves, surrounded
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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Sea Turtle

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Porcelain

Bronze Sculpture of "Pagasus Carrying the Poet to the Regions of Dreams"
By Jean Alexandre Joseph Falguière 1
Located in Paris, FR
. The turtle-shell lyre in his left hand indicates that he is a poet. The whole piece rests on a round
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1880s French Renaissance Revival Antique Sea Turtle

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Bronze

Rare and Exceptional Meiji Period Hardwood Exhibition Display Cabinet
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
of the Dragon God of the Sea, (Ryugu-jo). Depending on various versions of the legend this underwater
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Early 1900s Japanese Antique Sea Turtle

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Hardwood

Mediterranean Capriccio, Oil on canvas by Abraham Storck, circa 1680
By Abraham Jansz Storck
Located in Paris, FR
( Well Known French Expert in Paris) Within a tortoise-shell Turtle This oil on canvas of the golden age
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17th Century Old Masters Antique Sea Turtle

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Canvas

Set of Three Italian Early 19th Century Gouaches
By Michelangelo Maestri
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
ridding the waters, one on a dolphin, one on a seashell pull by turtles, one holding a triton on a
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19th Century Italian Antique Sea Turtle

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Canvas, Giltwood, Paint

Four Japanese Lacquered Sake Cups Meiji Period
Located in Atlanta, GA
fairytale "The legend of Urashimako", who rescued a fairy turtle and was rewarded to a trip to the dragon's
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Sea Turtle

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Wood, Lacquer

The Start of the Great 1866 Transatlantic Yacht Race
By James Edward Buttersworth
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
aficionado Pierre Lorillard, who initiated the competition with a dinner party boast over turtle soup that
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1860s Antique Sea Turtle

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Canvas, Oil

Very Large and Old Sea Turtle Taxidermy
Located in Wommelgem, BE
This Old Turtle is in a exceptionel condition. large size and the shell has a nice patina.
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Late 19th Century Oceanic Antique Sea Turtle

Very Large and Old Sea Turtle Taxidermy
Very Large and Old Sea Turtle Taxidermy
H 11.03 in W 23.23 in D 24.41 in
Tiffany & Co. Japanese Style Sterling Silver Coffee Set
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Sagaponack, NY
theme. Islamic coffee pot (approx. 8 1/2" tall) is decorated with sea horses and seaweed gracefully
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Early 20th Century American Antique Sea Turtle

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Sterling Silver

Early 20th Century Chinoserie Style Ceramic and Glass on Brass Chinese Vase
Located in Toledo, Castilla La Mancha
clouds. Below is the sea. Chinese dragons, also known as East Asian dragons, are legendary creatures
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Sea Turtle

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Brass

Choki Eishosai, Parody, Kimono, Courtesan, Japanese Woodblock Print, Edo Period
Located in London, GB
beneath the sea for saving a turtle. There, he is entertained by Princess Otohime for what he believes to
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Late 18th Century Edo Antique Sea Turtle

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Handmade Paper, Washi Paper, Pigment, Woodcut

Sea Turtle Specimen
Located in Montreal, QC
Interesting specimen sea turtle.
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19th Century Antique Sea Turtle

Sea Turtle Specimen
Sea Turtle Specimen
H 7 in W 24 in D 18 in
Majolica Sea Turtle Figurine
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Majolica sea turtle figurine.
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Late 19th Century Antique Sea Turtle

Majolica Sea Turtle Figurine
Majolica Sea Turtle Figurine
H 11 in W 25 in D 30 in
Giant Antique Sea Turtle Shell
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Here we present a rare giant sea turtle shell with its organic form and variegated colors. One of
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19th Century American Victorian Antique Sea Turtle

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Sea turtle

Giant Antique Sea Turtle Shell
Giant Antique Sea Turtle Shell
H 35 in W 25 in D 13 in
Giant Sea Turtle Shell, Antique Natural History Specimen
Located in Rochester, NY
Antique sea turtle shell carapace, natural history specimen. Great vintage condition with
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Early 1900s Antique Sea Turtle

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Shell, Sea turtle

Sea Turtle
Located in Brooklyn, NY
taxidermy specimen with open belly exposing cavity half-filled with straw, initials HLR in old script, wire to hang on wall
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Early 20th Century Antique Sea Turtle

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Metal

Sea Turtle
Sea Turtle
H 22 in W 16 in D 6 in
Green Sea Turtle Shell
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Large Green turtle shell or carapace with its iconic form and lush variegated colors, one of mother
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Sea Turtle

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Sea turtle

Green Sea Turtle Shell
Green Sea Turtle Shell
H 33 in W 19 in D 5 in
Pair of 19th Century Bronze Andirons with Sea Turtle Motifs
Located in Dallas, TX
structure below. Most interesting of all, however, is the sea turtle motif holding up the orbs, circa 1850s
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1850s French Antique Sea Turtle

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Bronze

Large Sea Turtle Pendant Vitreous Enamel & Diamond Pendant 18KT Gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Exquisite and rare vitreous green enamel sea turtle pendant in 18KT yellow gold accompanied by a
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19th Century Thai Contemporary Antique Sea Turtle

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Ancient Greek Silver Sea Turtle Coin from Aegina
Located in London, GB
island of Aegina. Just as leatherback turtles, the Aeginetan ships roamed across the sea in search of
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antique Sea Turtle

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Silver

Ancient Greek Silver Sea Turtle Coin from Aegina
Ancient Greek Silver Sea Turtle Coin from Aegina
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H 0.79 in Dm 0.79 in
18k Yellow Gold Vintage Diamond Turquoise & Coral Sea Turtle Brooch Pin 0.78cttw
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A unique Vintage Turquoise, Coral and Diamond turtle brooch by David Webb. The carved malachite
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1890s Art Deco Antique Sea Turtle

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Coral, Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Antique Turtle Shell Carapace
Located in Bradenton, FL
A large antique 19th-century giant sea turtle carapace (shell) specimen Authentic antique turtle
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19th Century Organic Modern Antique Sea Turtle

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Shell

Antique Turtle Shell Carapace
Antique Turtle Shell Carapace
H 22 in W 20 in D 8 in
Giant Antique Turtle Carapace or Shell
Located in Bradenton, FL
A large antique 19th-century giant sea turtle carapace (shell) specimen. Authentic antique turtle
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19th Century Organic Modern Antique Sea Turtle

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Shell

Giant Antique Turtle Carapace or Shell
Located in Bradenton, FL
A large antique 19th-century giant sea turtle carapace (shell) specimen. Authentic antique turtle
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19th Century Organic Modern Antique Sea Turtle

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Shell

Two Large Marine Turtle Shells or Carapaces, 19th Century
Located in Kinderhook, NY
Wonderful collection of two large 19th century sea turtle shells or carapaces having reverse mounts
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19th Century Antique Sea Turtle

Turtle Pendant Vitreous Enamel & Diamond Pendant 18kt Gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Exquisite and rare vitreous green enamel sea turtle pendant in 18KT yellow gold accompanied by a
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19th Century Thai Contemporary Antique Sea Turtle

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Rare Georgian Red Tortoiseshell & Silver Tea Caddy
Located in Northampton, GB
” describes a type of decorative material made from the shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells
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18th Century British Antique Sea Turtle

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Silver

Victorian Silver & Tortoiseshell Picture Frame
By Henry Atkin
Located in Northampton, GB
 describes a type of decorative material made from the shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells
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Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Antique Sea Turtle

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian Silver & Tortoiseshell Picture Frame
Victorian Silver & Tortoiseshell Picture Frame
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H 9.45 in W 7.48 in D 0.39 in
Antique Turtle Shell
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Turtle shell displaying one of mother nature's most iconic creations with classic color patterns
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19th Century American Victorian Antique Sea Turtle

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Sea turtle

Antique Turtle Shell
Antique Turtle Shell
H 31 in W 25 in L 31 in
Antique Hawksbill Turtle Shell
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Rare antique Hawksbill turtle shell with a striking form and variegated natural organic tones. One
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19th Century American Victorian Antique Sea Turtle

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Sea turtle

Antique Hawksbill Turtle Shell
Antique Hawksbill Turtle Shell
H 16 in W 11 in D 4.5 in
Large Green Turtle Shell
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout large hand polished green turtle shell or carapace with its iconic form and lush
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19th Century American Victorian Antique Sea Turtle

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Sea turtle

Large Green Turtle Shell
Large Green Turtle Shell
H 35 in W 26 in D 12 in
Antique Turtle or Tortoise Shell
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Authentic antique tortoise shell displaying one of mother nature's most iconic designs.
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Early 20th Century American British Colonial Antique Sea Turtle

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Sea turtle

Antique Turtle or Tortoise Shell
Antique Turtle or Tortoise Shell
H 16 in W 15 in L 16 in
Antique Organic Turtle Shell
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Large antique turtle shell with its iconic form and lush variegated brown colors.
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19th Century American Victorian Antique Sea Turtle

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Tortoise Shell, Sea turtle

Antique Organic Turtle Shell
Antique Organic Turtle Shell
H 29.5 in W 24 in D 7.5 in
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Antique Sea Turtle For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the antique sea turtle you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, fabric and animal skin, every antique sea turtle was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the antique sea turtle you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique sea turtle, those designed in Victorian and Hollywood Regency styles are of considerable interest. A well-made antique sea turtle has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by J.E. Caldwell & Co. are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Sea Turtle?

Prices for an antique sea turtle start at $300 and top out at $245,000 with the average selling for $3,697.