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Antique French Miniature 18K Gold Piqué Tortoiseshell Snuff Box, circa 1790

$2,624.59
£1,910.68
€2,200
CA$3,579.94
A$4,008.10
CHF 2,101.58
MX$49,522.58
NOK 26,481.20
SEK 24,997.20
DKK 16,742.99
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Antique French Miniature 18K Gold Piqué Tortoiseshell Snuff Box, circa 1790 Rare snuffbox made of tortoiseshell with fine gold piqué decor on all sides. On the lid, a central medallion in a 18K gold frame with the portrait of a gallant lady in a fine magnifying glass painting on ivory. Tortoiseshell with gold piqué 18K Gold Miniature painting on ivory Size 8.3 cm diameter, 2 cm high good condition
  • Metal:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.79 in (20 mm)Diameter: 3.27 in (83 mm)
  • Style:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1790-1799
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c. 1790
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Goettingen, DE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: S21041stDibs: LU1995213933242

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