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62 - A 19th century sailor's shellwork Valentine, formed as two octagonal panels but formerly hinged, eac...

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A 19th century sailor's shellwork Valentine, formed as two octagonal panels but formerly hinged, each with ornate shellwork pattern, overall 35 x 35cm

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Slight fading to the shells with some loose shells within the right hand panel (which containts slightly more purpley shells), one section of reeded moulding missing from the base of the left hand panel, otherwise no hinges present.

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Auction Date:

12th Dec 23 at 10am GMT