Antique French Faux Tortoise Shell Necessaire, Etui, Case - Tortoiseshell Carnet du Bal with Pique
Napoleon III (Victorian) era carnet du bas or "necessaire", the forerunner to the 1980s Daytimer, and eventually to our modern cell phones - meant to jot down addresses, schedules, reminders, and to tuck a little money and one's calling cards into, it comes with its own stylis/pencil which forms the clasp when in place in the 3 loops. A stunning old tortoise shell beauty you'll love to display or to use. It's of finest old French shell artistry, including spectacular pique work, a lovely old fitted blue silk interior that is in fine condition, and the little gusseted side pockets to hold your business and credit cards. Just tuck in some $100 bills & a credit card, all you need for an glamorous evening out. Very good to excellent for age and type. The silk is in very nice condition and sterling silver inlays are not lifted. The interesting chocolate to blond tortoise shell is just beautiful, too. The case is elegant, excellent for its age, and is without damage to draw down its