Antique French Tortoise Shell Carnet Bal, Etui with Silver Inlay & Original Presentation Box trousse vibrantly active scene with Samurai

vibrantly active scene with Samurai soldiers

The sterling blades all bear the French Minerve or Minerva hallmark

hunt themed wall plaques

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Antique French Tortoise Shell Carnet Bal, Etui with Silver Inlay & Original Presentation Box trousse vibrantly active scene with SamuraiBeautiful & rare antique French Napoleon III era shell carnet bal or necessaire with ornate reticulated silver inlay, interior ivory page and original fitted presentation box! One of the more beautiful old tortoiseshell pieces we've found lately, this one boasts sleek, elegant thick shell covers, stunning engraved silver floral inlays and a complete interior. Preserved wonderfully in the original fitted box, the shell is as lustrous as can be! Perfect