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A LATE 19TH CENTURY TORTOISESHELL AND CAMEO HAIR COMB
The rectangular shell carved to depict 'The Triumph of Neptune', flanked by oval panels carved to depict classical female profiles, in gold mount on tortoiseshell comb, one prong deficient, circa 1870, 12.5cm
The rectangular shell carved to depict 'The Triumph of Neptune', flanked by oval panels carved to depict classical female profiles, in gold mount on tortoiseshell comb, one prong deficient, circa 1870, 12.5cm
Special notice
This lot is offered without reserve.
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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Please note that this lot will require a CITES License if it is to leave the EU, also 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.