$563
Four Victorian Shell-covered Boxes, late 19th century, comprising tortoiseshell covered rectangular wallet with scrolled metal cartouche to one side, lg. 5 1/2, rectangular cigar case with brass and silver metal inlays to front, monogrammed, lg. 5 1/2, and two cartouche-shaped coin purses, wd. 2 3/4 and 3 in. Oval box: several chips along the edge of the tortoise shell cover Rectangular purse: leather framework well worn and interior satin heavily worn. Shield-shaped: tortoiseshell with heavy surface wear and large patches of rust to metal frame. Shield-shaped: with even surface wear.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2010-07-10