English antique calling card case from Victorian times in very good condition. Its completely covered in tortoise and has just been fitted with a new hidden catch. Measures 3 1/2" x 2 1/4" with slight loss at one lower edge shown in pictures. A great buy.
Tactile shagreen eyeglass holder from China is edged in copper which has totally verdigreed with time. A cord runs through which acts to also hang on a pendant or belt if you wish. Skins are in excellent undamaged condition. Inside lined with wood. An interesting object to display. My modern reading glasses fit in just fine. 8" x 3 1/4" These Chinese shagreens were made of ray or shark.
Appealing old bone handcarved holder would be great for use as a pill box for the handbag or if you sew you may prefer to use it as a sewing needle or thimble case. Measures 2 1/2" tall and top is threaded. No damage, mellow patina.
Birmingham hallmarked page turner has a repoussed silver handle with bas relief of gargoyle or The Northwind. The beautiful patinated authentic ivory implement is in very good estate condition. 12" long.
