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Antique Sea Shell Pill Box

About the Item

Unique shell pillbox with silver scrollwork screwcap unwinds to the insides of a captive nautilus for any tiny little thing that you would like to hide away in a natural container.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)Width: 3 in (7.62 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 1800's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good condition, clean and everything works.
  • Seller Location:
    Asheville, NC
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8899743883

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