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Shell Rose

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DancesWithWombats
11 years ago
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Description

This is a beautiful "thing". I do not know what - a rose shell in a box. Intricate laces metal design. See pictures. I am interested to see if it is recognized for what it is and where/when it came from to learn more about it.

Thanks for looking!

Category Decorative Arts
Medium Not known, light weight, not a thick glass, some kind of shell, I think.
Distinguishing marks No logo or stamp mark or writing of any kind that I see.
Condition Mint
Size and dimensions of this item 3 1/2 inches diameter, about 2 inches high
Date Period No idea - wish I knew!
Weight Less than one ounce.
History Not known. Bought at an old house, about 200 years-old. But no indication the age of the item.
Price Paid (If known) Nohting, it was thrown in at a yard sale with a bundle as a gift.
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