A turquoise ground oval enamel patch box

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A turquoise ground oval enamel patch box
alluding to the restoration of the monarchy in France and inscribed May the Lilly (sic) Replanted in France Never be Blighted and "Louis XVIII" within a lily spray, early 19th century -- 4.5cm. wide; and an enamel and gilt metal bodkin case, the white ground painted with reserves of flowers -- 11.5cm. high. (2)

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