Victorian Tortoise Shell With Mother Of Pearl Inlay Calling Card Case C1870

Victorian – C1870
Tortoise Shell With Mother Of Pearl Inlay
The inlay is intricate with sprays of flowers
Superbly decorated on both sides `
Push button release to open a hinged lid
The interior with original lining
The top with inset for initials of owner – not initialed
Measuring 10.5cm by 8cm
Condition is very good however there is sliver banded inlay on each side
This has lifted to the top on the left and in the lid area. There is also
The tiniest chip of blonde tortoise shell by the hinge on the lid area – left side.

This is a superb example of amazing shell inlay and is a great collectors piece