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Antique Continental 18 Karat Gold-Mounted Cowry Shell Snuff Box, circa 1780
$6,865.38List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 0.99 in (2.5 cm)Width: 2.96 in (7.5 cm)Depth: 1.78 in (4.5 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1780
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. In Great Condition - no damage. just general wear.
- Seller Location:Royal Tunbridge Wells, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: A50351stDibs: LU134829431683
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