French or English, 1st half 19th century, extraordinary vertical mother-of-pearl panels cover this piece and its hinged cap, large oval carnelian mounted on cap, includes four tiny tools with ebony handles, silver push piece, unmarked, silver test .800 fine or better, 3-1/2 in. significant wear to silver, otherwise good condition. Notes: ?This lot contains animal or plant material that may be restricted under federal, state and/or local law. Prospective bidders should check all applicable government wildlife restrictions prior to placing a bid. The buyer is solely responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses or permits from federal, state and/or local authorities applicable to their purchase or transport of the object. Please note that bidders in New Jersey may not bid on any lots containing elephant ivory, mammoth ivory, or rhinoceros horn.. Provenance: Creech Collection, North Carolina significant wear to silver, otherwise good condition