Early 19th century small tortoise shell box with a square silver mounting on the top and ivory or bone feet. With a paper lining on the sides and bottom and silk lining in the lid, probably for needles. 1 7/8 inches wide, 1 1/8 inches long, and 1 1/8 inches tall. Overall excellent condition. One of the feet is slightly different from the others and is probably an early replacement. Photos enlarged to show detail.
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