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Material: Tortoise Shell
Imperio Obelisk in Tortoiseshell Inlaid with Semi-Precious Stones
Imperio Obelisk in Tortoiseshell Inlaid with Semi-Precious Stones

Imperio Obelisk in Tortoiseshell Inlaid with Semi-Precious Stones

Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ

Huge obelisk from the French imperial period in tortoiseshell with semi-precious stones resting on balls.

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Mid-19th Century French Empire Antique Tortoise Shell Natural Specimens

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