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Rare Tortoise Mechanical Desk Bell with Mother of Pearl Shell
$2,239.24List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 2 in (5.08 cm)Width: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
- Style:Edwardian (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1900-1909
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1900
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Bath, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 421471stDibs: LU3365321644182
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