Lot no. 136
A beautiful case made from burl elm? Featuring a mother-of-pearl inlay containing a mirror in good condition and an 18-carat 750/1000° gold sewing kit (gold blades, bottle and needles). The handles of the scissors depict two Native American heads with their headdresses.
Gross weight of gold in the case: 39.39 grams
Dimensions of the case: 12.5 x 7.5 cm.
Rooster’s head hallmark turned to the left (with the exception of the thimble): late 18th century, early 19th century
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Modern and contemporary paintings
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