A CONTINENTAL GOLD-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL BONBONNIERE SET WITH A PORTRAIT MINIATURE
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A CONTINENTAL GOLD-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL BONBONNIERE SET WITH A PORTRAIT MINIATURE

CIRCA 1770

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A CONTINENTAL GOLD-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL BONBONNIERE SET WITH A PORTRAIT MINIATURE
CIRCA 1770
circular blonde tortoiseshell box, the detachable cover set with a circular glazed portrait miniature on ivory of a young gentleman, wearing a blue coat with gold buttons and black cravat and white frilled shirt, powdered hair, within stamped circular gold frame and outer border
2½ in. (63 mm.) diam.
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.

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