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Exceptional Tortoise and Mother of Pearl Tea Caddy
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 5 in (12.7 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 4.25 in (10.8 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:C1810
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- Seller Location:valatie, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: 05-1381stDibs: U1109248463381
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