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Vintage Sailors Valentine

Circa 1980

$2,350
£1,790.31
€2,043.17
CA$3,302.31
A$3,598.93
CHF 1,905.79
MX$43,226.97
NOK 24,127.72
SEK 22,183.07
DKK 15,260.19

About the Item

Charming vintage sailors valentine ambitiously handcrafted in exotic organic seashells with a center heart motif surrounded by star form compartments. Presented under glass in an octagon mahogany shadow box.
  • Creation Year:
    Circa 1980
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10 in (25.4 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Palm Beach, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 75721stDibs: LU1659217178982

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