Antique Brass and Agate Gaming Box Edinburgh, 19th Century
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Antique Brass and Agate Gaming Box Edinburgh, 19th Century
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 4.34 in (11 cm)Width: 7.09 in (18 cm)Depth: 7.49 in (19 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1850
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- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: A1189b1stDibs: LU950619488662
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