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Antique 18th Century Button Cameo of a Young Man Shell Carving Silver

$2,003.98
£1,485.37
€1,700VAT Included
CA$2,795.66
A$2,835.69
CHF 1,619.26
MX$34,341.19
NOK 19,062.65
SEK 18,999.38
DKK 12,961.77

About the Item

This rare button features a shell cameo of a young man carved in antique manner. The cameo is mounted in a silver button.
  • Metal:
  • Weight:
    3.7 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 0.48 in (12 mm)Depth: 0.48 in (12 mm)Length: 0.83 in (21 mm)
  • Style:
    George III
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1780-1789
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1780
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Munich, DE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1490118938742

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