Title: Flat Top Tortoiseshell and Horn Snuff Box
Shipping: $29.00
Artist: N/A
Period: Unassigned
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Origin: Northern Europe > England
Condition: Museum Quality
Item Date: N/A
Item ID: 796
Antique Flat Top Tortoiseshell And Horn Snuff Box, Circa 18-19th Century. This box is made of early Tortoiseshell and horn and has a lip latch mechanism in working order. The condition is good, and would be a great gift idea. Especially because of how rare these pieces are these days
Link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tortoiseshell_material
Tortoiseshell is a material produced mainly from the shell of the hawksbill turtle, an endangered species. It was widely used in the world. Tortoiseshell was attractive to manufacturers and consumers because of its beautiful appearance and its durability, and its organic warmth against the skin. It has excellent bending properties, and is very durable. Tortoiseshell can be used for years. Boxes and Jewelry made from tortoiseshell inlaid with precious metals in patterns or pictures were made during the Victorian Era and were highly prized.
