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Victorian Tortoise Shell Jewelry Box with Sterling Medallion

$2,400
£1,802.95
€2,079.09
CA$3,330.31
A$3,700.71
CHF 1,939.21
MX$45,382.64
NOK 24,733.53
SEK 23,268.39
DKK 15,517.45
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About the Item

This beautiful box has a cedar interior which is separated into two compartments for jewelry. It also has sterling escutcheon for a key.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)Width: 7 in (17.78 cm)Depth: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Tortoise Shell,Hand-Crafted
  • Period:
    1890-1899
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Larkspur, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU790527376832

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