Snuff box - Shell, Brass

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Description from the seller

Beautiful jewelry box or snuff box made from a natural tiger cowrie shell with a brass mount and hinge. The box features a warm brown leopard- or tiger-like pattern and opens with an elegant brass edge. This type of decorative shell objects was historically often used as a snuff box or nowadays serves as a collectible item.

Good condition.

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Beautiful jewelry box or snuff box made from a natural tiger cowrie shell with a brass mount and hinge. The box features a warm brown leopard- or tiger-like pattern and opens with an elegant brass edge. This type of decorative shell objects was historically often used as a snuff box or nowadays serves as a collectible item.

Good condition.

Sent by registered mail.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
5 g
Country of origin
France
Material
Brass, Shell
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
0 cm
Width
7 cm
Depth
6.5 cm
Estimated period
1910-1920
The NetherlandsVerified
1632
Objects sold
100%
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