RARE 18th CENTURY Thomas Carpenter SOLID SILVER VERGE FUSEE POCKET WATCH 1789. Unique Georgian Chinese Export Faux Tortoiseshell Dragon Snuff Box. This is a Unique Georgian Chinese Export Faux Tortoiseshell Dragon Snuff Box, i believe was crafted c1800 making it around 223 years old. This is a Beautiful Chinese Export Faux Tortoiseshell Snuff Box with a Dragon on the Lid, The Dragon is Beautifully Gilt Etched onto the Lid, and the detail of the Dragon is amazing and covers the whole Lid. The Colours of the Faux Tortoiseshell on the Lid are Stunning, with Darker Cloud like Patterns and a Light almost see through effect to the Faux Tortoiseshell. The Base of this Snuff Box is a Dark Faux Tortoiseshell and the Lid fits nicely to the Base, this is a very Unique Faux Tortoisehell Dragon Snuff Box and was made in a time very different to today. This would have been owned by a Wealthy Georgian Gentleman and it is very Tactile and would add something special to any collection. In nice condition with only light surface wear and a very little wear to the edge of the Base, and is only mentioned for accuracy. Showcase your items with Auctiva’s. Track Page Views With. Auctiva’s FREE Counter. This item is in the category “Antiques\Silver\Solid Silver\Boxes”. The seller is “all_fine_antiques” and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Antique: Yes
- Product: Boxes
