Fine Antique French Sewing Etui, Tortoise Shell Pique Case with 18k Gold Sewing Tools, Scissors, Thimble, etc. c.1830 illustrated Some surface scuffing to the

Some surface scuffing to the silver and possibly a tiny dimple or two but no larger dents

flowers & vines and there are convex cartouches or medallions with "Dean" engraved within

I might add

The shell is in very good condition throughout

Suitable for a lady's spectacles and evening needs if you wish to use as a little evening purse (I used to use these in that way

Fine Antique French Sewing Etui, Tortoise Shell Pique Case with 18k Gold Sewing Tools, Scissors, Thimble, etc. c.1830 illustrated Some surface scuffing to theExquisite 18k gold French sewing tools in their original c. 1810 30 tortoise shell & gold silver pique worked etui. Larger than most of the old sewing etui or cases from the period, the embroidery tools are in fine order for use or display. Scissors, thimble, bodkin, needle case and stiletto, each in beautifully hand crafted 18k yellow gold (French tiny punch marks in place. The outer case is elaborately worked with floral bouquets and scrolling