Beautiful hinged penshell box with South African Turbo Sarmaticus Shell (Tiger Shell) sitting atop.

The body of this gorgeous hinged box is an iridescent coppery champagne light brown penshell. The tiger shell sits within a half inch mitered, angled border of brown, black, rust and ivory pearlized shell.

The entire inside of the box including top and sides is lined in brown velvet, as is the bottom of the piece. Brass hinges attach the top and bottom.

Measures 4.125" x 4.125" x 5.25"h

Excellent vintage condition. Originally purchased at Gumps San Francisco.

(Coordinating shell items and boxes as well as horse head shown available in separate listings.)


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent vintage condition

Origin:
Italy

Creator:
Brand: Gumps

Materials & Techniques:
Brass, Shell, Velvet

Details:
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: Italy

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent vintage condition