Continental, 19th century, tortoiseshell pin box with red and gilt lining and circular silver inlay, 2-1/2 in.; tortoiseshell pin box with red and gilt lining and rectangular silver inlay, 2-1/2 in.; tortoiseshell pin box with red and gilt lining and rectangular silver inlay, 2-1/2 in.; tortoiseshell pin box with plaid lining and silver inlay, 2-1/2 in.; tortoiseshell pin box with plaid lining and silver inlay, 2-1/2 in.

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Provenance: Private Collection, Middleburg, Virginia

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minimal scratching and wear consistent with age and use; one with foot off, but retained for restoration; box missing push pin; box with lifting veneer