Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1900s.
The clip has a sprung hing to clip papers, letters or business cards. The front panel is made from a period tablet of polished Tortoise shell. The shell is framed with a stunning raised border.
The shell is decorated with the most exquisite pique inlay of engraved silver, tiny Mother of pearl flowers and the basket is made from gold pique.
The back reveals that the piece was retailed by the top-notch retailer, J C Vickery of Regent Street; gold embossed into the leather backing.
Superb condition, measuring 3 3/4" x 3".
Item: 36819
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Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1900s.
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Stunning Antique English Sterling Silver & Tortoiseshell Letter Clip by William Comyns - 1907
