Antique Carved Bone Parasol / Umbrella Needle Case & Stiletto Circa 1890
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Reference Number: Avaluer:18998456 |
AntiqueCarved Bone Parasol/Umbrella Needle Case & Stiletto English* Circa 1890 Theparasol was a very popular formfor Victorian needle cases. This one is carvedfrom bone* andmeasures 3 5/8" long. The handle is in the form of an eagle's head andthe pointed ferrule at the bottom doubles as a stiletto. The conditionis excellentwith no chips, cracks or other damage. Itscrews together perfectly and has some old needles. *Thisitem is made of bone fro...m a domestic cow (bovine) and not from anendangeredspecies. I stand behindeverything that I offer and guarantee that it is exactly aspresented. **Full Insurance is included in the low shipping price for all of myauctions. **
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