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Antique Decorative Pillows and Textiles
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English Tortoiseshell Etui With Fitted Crochet Hook Compartment
 
             
An amazing beautifully veneered circa 1830 English tortoiseshell etui. The inside
is fitted with ivory with tiny compartments for crochet hooks that are so small
probably used for baby clothes or fine lace making. The top has red gold starred
paper lining the inside, original hinge and closure while the outside top has a
cartouche that has never been inscribed. Missing one crochet hook and has one
small crack along a bottom edge on the thin side otherwise in fabulous
condition.
   Size: 3 ¾" x 1 5/8" x ½"               Price: $1100.00                Item: #SI02991
             
 
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