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Two English Tortoiseshell Tortoises

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Two English Tortoiseshell Tortoises, first quarter 20th century, the larger example with an articulated head and tail, h. 1-1/4", w. 4", d. 3-1/2", and a smaller sea turtle-form box with a hinged shell cover, h. 1-1/4", w. 3-3/4", d. 2-1/2".

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Two English Tortoiseshell Tortoises

Name: Two English Tortoiseshell Tortoises
SKU: 28415364
Price: 450 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $500 - $800

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