Lot 268 , Two inscribed opalescent sea shells, both dated 1856

Two inscribed opalescent sea shells, both dated 1856
£200-300

Condition:
Each shell with a crack upward from rim, approx. 5cm and 3cm; both with minor chips around edges. Both engraved “This shell is most respectfully presented to Mr W Winton By D Fuller, 1856”. Both also engraved with a poetic verse. 15cm wide; 9.5cm high.

Sold for £280