Antique Sewing Etui, Case, French Tortoise Shell Necessaire with Pique, EC, Complete, Napoleon III
One of the best little French necessaire sewing etui in elegant chocolate and cognac tortoise shell - a well-formed case that still holds the sewing implements and small mirror original to it (all implements are steel and are not sterling silver). Note that it is still in really fine condition for age and type. A beauty you'd be pleased to own or to give as a gift. Beautifully preserved, I see no nips, bites, cracks or damage to the 2 panels of shell - they're both just stunning. Napoleon III era, c.1850-70s. Travel necessaire. Very good condition, the only flaw to note is the missing bodkin (large needle), which is simple to replace. Beautiful! One you'll love to display with your own collection. IMPORTANT NOTE regarding antique tortoise shell or ivory: We are great supporters of protection for endangered species in our modern world. We never buy or sell anything 100 years or newer; we donate to anti-poaching organizations; we don't hunt; we conserve in ways that impact global