Antique French carved pre-ban Ivory and Brass coin purse from the Victorian era,late 19th Century.The Brass frame holds an accordion-style divided interior, adorned with Fleur de lis carvings on pre-ban Ivory panels.
Antique French carved pre-ban Ivory and Brass coin purse from the Victorian era,late 19th Century.The Brass frame holds an accordion-style divided interior, adorned with Fleur de lis carvings on pre-ban Ivory panels.
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SUPER RARE FIND !!Antique French carved pre-ban Ivory and Brass coin purse from the Victorian era,late 19th Century.The Brass frame holds an accordion-style divided interior, adorned with Fleur de lis carvings on pre-ban Ivory panels.The embossed Fleur de lis carvings are masterfully carved.The same design is featured on the back and front panel of the purse.
Similar ones online selling for between R5000 and R8000.
The fleur-de-lis symbolizes many things, including French royalty and culture, purity, light, virtue, and sometimes chastity. Many of these meanings come from the fleur-de-lis being associated with the Catholic church.
Measurements :This special purse measures 8cm x 5cm.Total weight of 58.6grams.