It was listed by Hand of Glory. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.
Hand of Glory has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
Turtles were caught by 18th and 19th century sailors for their meat. The leftover shells were then often worked by the sailors, removing the patterned outer layers with the bone carapace below polished to a smooth white finish.
Hand of Glory has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
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Large 19th Century Blonde Turtle Shell
