A GEORGE III GOLD-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL PATCHBOX** *
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A GEORGE III GOLD-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL PATCHBOX** *

CIRCA 1780

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A GEORGE III GOLD-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL PATCHBOX** *
Circa 1780
Of navette form, with gold mounts, the hinged cover with an oval miniature of a woman mourning beside a gold bordered and inscribed plinth and urn, the lined interior fitted with a mirror, with fitted shagreen case
4 1/8in. (10.5cm.) long
Special notice
Notice Regarding the Sale of Material from Endangered Species. 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 This lot is exempt from Sales Tax.

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