three-english-tortoise-shell-trinket-boxes
Lot 247
Three English Tortoise Shell Trinket Boxes
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
19th century, rectangular forms, the smaller two with silver inlaid designs to lid; all three with silver cartouche to center lid, the larger two raised on bone or ivory feet, the smallest with period script monogram.

1 1/4 x 3 1/8 x 2 1/8 in. (largest)

From the Collection of Mr. & Mrs. Julius J. Chamberlain, Jr., Charlotte, North Carolina

Some scattered veneer cracks and loss to each; largest with separation to hinge; second largest missing foot, smallest missing front push mount.