Lot 10 , An 18th century ormolu chatelaine, overall length 7.5in.

An 18th century ormolu chatelaine, cast with classical figures and scrolls, the main central body housing a gilt bladed folding knife, a pencil, a bodkin, an ivory divider and a pair of scissors, one side compartment holding a thimble, overall length 7.5in.
Estimate £400-600

Essentially in good condition with slight rubbing to the raised sections on the case, something missing from one of the two smaller compartments, the main body has a working catch and apertures for two missing tools.


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