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An agate needle case with enamelled gold mounts, English, circa 1760

Lot Closed

May 26, 12:42 PM GMT

Estimate

1,500 - 2,500 GBP

Lot Details

Description

An agate needle case with enamelled gold mounts

English, circa 1760


of cylindrical tapering form, the grey figured agate body decorated with chased borders of alternating c-scrolls and flowers around top and bottom of base and lid, the latter with a fine white enamel band with gold inscription reading: J'aime mon choix, slightly domed top and underside, unmarked, in original fitted velvet-lined fishskin case

10.6cm., 4 1/8 in. high