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Vintage Sailors Valentine

$2,350
£1,785.42
€2,051.82
CA$3,300.86
A$3,592.91
CHF 1,903.75
MX$43,210.14
NOK 24,205.73
SEK 22,181.87
DKK 15,326.99

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.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10 in (25.4 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Mahogany,Organic Material,Shell,Hand-Crafted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 2000
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Palm Beach, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 75721stDibs: LU860347411202

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