Regency Tortoise Shell Tea Caddy
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Regency Tortoise Shell Tea Caddy
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)Width: 11 in (27.94 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:Tortoise Shell
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1820
- Condition:Please contact dealer for condition report.
- Seller Location:Cambridge, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: TL91stDibs: LU9842818761
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