Antique Victorian Era French Coin Purse in Tortoise Shell with Sterling Inlay, Tortoiseshell fire screen which I assume is showing

which I assume is showing the artist

it has had very slight professional restoration where even the slightest open warp of age has appeared

All well-appointed homes would have several of these elegant sets to use for their guests

000 plus hammer in 2011 (look online for it to see for yourself)

One of the finest we've found

Antique Victorian Era French Coin Purse in Tortoise Shell with Sterling Inlay, Tortoiseshell fire screen which I assume is showingThese 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