A George III tortoiseshell and ivory strung decagonal tea caddy
Estimate £4,500 - £5,500 | Hammer £4500
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Description
A George III tortoiseshell and ivory strung decagonal tea caddy, the front inset a gold bright cut bordered vacant shield within a gold and mother of pearl dot border, with drape above and bright cut escutcheon, the hinged top with a gold loop handle and dot star, the inner lid with a turned ivory handle, with key, 5in (12.5cm) h, 4.5in (11.5cm) w.
