Antique Victorian Era Napoleon III French Coin Purse in Tortoise Shell with Sterling Inlay, Tortoiseshell inkstand The large original painting of

The large original painting of this scened hangs in the Louvre

Signed by artist: L

A wonderful display box

Many of the old Bonne Nuit sets have an insert that goes into the neck of the large decanter

Antique Victorian Era Napoleon III French Coin Purse in Tortoise Shell with Sterling Inlay, Tortoiseshell inkstand The large original painting ofThese charming little coin purses of shell, made in France, were usually part of a set comprised of the coin purse, a necessaire (card case) and or a prayer book, all with matching shell and style, design, and were gifts given at confirmation ceremonies, or 1st communion. The sets often came in beautiful fitted leather presentation cases, and we have a few of those listed in our shop if you search a bit. But most often, these survive as individual