Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this piece to the 1860s.
This stunning collection comprises over 1000 shells, neatly arranged in individual compartments and boxes, and it is complete with many of the original labels, inscribed in Latin. One bottle, containing tiny shells, is dated 1864. 19.5 x 12 x 6.5ins (49.5 x 30.5 x 16.5cms)
Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this piece to the 1860s.
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