Antique Victorian Era French Coin Purse in Tortoise Shell with Sterling Inlay, Tortoiseshell fire screen but it very easily pulls

Antique Victorian Era French Coin Purse in Tortoise Shell with Sterling Inlay, Tortoiseshell fire screen but it very easily pullsThese charming little coin purses of shell, made in France, were usually part of a set comprised of the coin purse, a necessaire (card case) and or a prayer book, all with matching shell and style, design, and were gifts given at confirmation ceremonies, or 1st communion. The sets often came in beautiful fitted leather presentation cases, and we have a few of those listed in our shop if you search a bit. But most often, these survive as individual

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