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

Slight wear to the ebony finish at an edge or two and there is a small bit of hairline crack visible on the rear upper corner

I love this one

A gorgeous piece here in superb condition

Fabulous antique French hallmarked 18K gold (vermeil) on

A stunning NeoGothic styling

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