Null Round box in tortoise shell covered with a thin layer of emerald-colored sh…

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Round box in tortoise shell covered with a thin layer of emerald-colored shagreen, with finely chased silver trim. The center of the lid is adorned with a miniature depicting the return from fishing. Late 18th - Early 19th century H: 3 cm - Diam: 8.5 cm

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Round box in tortoise shell covered with a thin layer of emerald-colored shagreen, with finely chased silver trim. The center of the lid is adorned with a miniature depicting the return from fishing. Late 18th - Early 19th century H: 3 cm - Diam: 8.5 cm

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