19th C. Hinged Snuff Box Mulberry Wood + Faux Tortoise

Up for your consideration is this very fine & antique (c.1810s), large, mulberry wood hinged snuff box found in a local Pasadena estate. This beautiful and rare table box is finely crafted from carved Mulberry wood and is lined in faux tortoise shell. Box measures 5 1/4" long x 3 1/8" wide x 1 1/16" in height. Found in very good condition. Sports no areas of unsightly damage or repairs (please note a decorative insert inlaid on top of hinged cover (most probably made of mop, silver or gold) is missing).  Part of a large lot of antiques and decorative arts purchased from a local Pasadena estate of a 95 year old lady who died last year. Offered for a low opening bid and no reserve.  Thank you. 

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