Lot 580 , A 19th century papier mache faux tortoiseshell snuff box and a tortoiseshell case containing lace bobbin and needles

A 19th century papier mache faux tortoiseshell snuff box and a tortoiseshell case containing lace bobbin and needles
Estimate £40-60

The papier mache box has wear throughout especially around edges, there is minor losses to inlay on lid, the other case is slightly tatty inside and has light surface scratches to outside.


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Sold for £55