Antique c.1760-1800 French Snuff Box, Tortoise Shell w 18k Gold, Silver Pique Inlays
Late 1700s French snuff box, not perfect, but close to it and rare for its age and beauty. The clasp is 18k gold, as are the inlaid flowers on the lid. The tortoise shell is deep chocolate, beautifully crafted but has been dropped at some point and does have some very long-ago restoration on one end (see images). Still displays beautifully and owing to age, has been part of my long-enjoyed collections, found decades ago in France. Measurements are noted on the photos. Very good condition for age and type, as noted above it does have long-ago damage to one side. I've shown it fully in our many photos, but will also tell you that it displays beautifully as it is. Tested at 18k gold, the front decorative plaque remains brilliant. The inlays of 18k gold and silver remain fully intact and not lifted. Interior is very nice. No odors. Smallish in size, age appropriate for c.1760-1800. IMPORTANT NOTE regarding antique tortoise shell or ivory: We are great supporters of protection for endange