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Pill Box Abalone Seashell

$275
£205.60
€236.67
CA$385.80
A$420.14
CHF 220.76
MX$5,132.35
NOK 2,741.97
SEK 2,592.90
DKK 1,766.64

About the Item

A hand-crafted abalone seashell and alpaca metal pill box, circa 1960s, mid-20th century, Mexico. Box is rectangle with a beautiful iridescent abalone seashell top; top is hinged with front closure. Marked 'hand-made' 'Mexico' on underside as shown in last image.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)Width: 1.63 in (4.15 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 20th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. - For second box shown, available separately, search 1stDibs ref. #: LU1314246562922.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1314246560852

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