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Lot 284

Three Chinese Carved Tortoiseshell Trinket Boxes

Estimate: $200 - $400

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19th century, comprising: two examples with pierce carved lids, 1-1/4 x 3 in. and 1-5/8 x 3-1/8 x 2-3/4 in.; one with enameled metal inset hinged lid over divided interior, 1-3/8 x 3-1/4 x 1-1/2 in.

Provenance: (pierced carved examples) Charlton Hall Antiques, March 24, 2012, lot 525 (with tag); Private Maryland Collection

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(pierced carved examples) Charlton Hall Antiques, March 24, 2012, lot 525 (with tag); Private Maryland Collection

surface dirt and accretion, scattered scratches