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Old Tibetan Conch Trumpet Horn

$1,139.22
£847.46
€950
CA$1,559.98
A$1,734.49
CHF 905.65
MX$21,112.94
NOK 11,555.75
SEK 10,827.18
DKK 7,231.83
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About the Item

Exceptional Old Tibetan Conch Shell Trumpet horn, decorated with a Silver cover and semi-precious Stones Turquoise and Coral, good old patina and wear of the object, very decorative object, ideal to place in your cabinet de curiosites,
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.94 in (10 cm)Width: 11.03 in (28 cm)Depth: 4.73 in (12 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Shell,Silver,Polished
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1930
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Schellebelle, BE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1956340906552

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