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Details
Two antique boxes
Comprising: a late 18th / early 19th century patch box of fluted rock crystal design, the gold mounts with shell motif detail, 3.4cm diameter; and an early 19th century engine turned tortoise-shell circular box with gilt metal fittings, 7.8cm diameter
Comprising: a late 18th / early 19th century patch box of fluted rock crystal design, the gold mounts with shell motif detail, 3.4cm diameter; and an early 19th century engine turned tortoise-shell circular box with gilt metal fittings, 7.8cm diameter
Special Notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
Further Details
This lot will require a CITES License if it is to leave the EU and will be subject to USA Fish & Wildlife restrictions if it is to be imported into the USA