Antique Victorian Era French Coin Purse in Tortoise Shell with Sterling Inlay, Tortoiseshell fire screen but we try to be

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All well-appointed homes would have several of these elegant sets to use for their guests

one 6" tall and the other slightly smaller at 5" tall and a wonderful 3 3/8" diameter jar

One of the finest we've found

Antique Victorian Era French Coin Purse in Tortoise Shell with Sterling Inlay, Tortoiseshell fire screen but we try to beThese 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