Nautical Box Ivory Inlay: Malleries: Blue Dolphin Antiques

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	Nautical Box Ivory Inlay Antiques: Antique Boxes
	Awesome nautical box most likely made by a sailor on a long sea voyage, it is so incredible!Circa 1870, inlaid mahogany scrimshaw box, the top, front and sides are inlaid with hearts and diamonds & studded with ivory diamond shape inlays. The top has a five pointed star in the center with an engraved five pointed star at its center filled with red sealing wax. On the front of the box under the escutcheon is an inlay in the form of a shield depicting our American stars & stripes inlaid with red sealing wax? The surface patina is incredibly rich & mellow .The interior of the box is fitted with a lift out tray & there is a few sewing articles inside ,it is also line with old red fabric .This box is so true Americana & completely hand made .What a rare & fantastic find ! Measuring 4 ¾” high x 11 3/8” wide x 9 1/8” deep. The condition is outstanding.BLUE DOLPHIN FINE ANTIQUES
	Year: 19th Century
	Item #: MAL-m2414
	Price: $4,500.00 Shipping Continental US: Request Quote Shipping Outside US: Request Quote

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Nautical Box Ivory Inlay

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