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three pieces of tortoises and a box on a white surfacetortoise shell box with monogram on the lidbrown and black tortoise shell box with gold trima picture of a brooch that is on a table
Piguet Hôtel des Ventes

1497 - A set of three boxes and cases in tortoiseshell and gold, ea…
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Estimate CHF 700 - CHF 900
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Description
A set of three boxes and cases in tortoiseshell and gold, early 20th century, comprising a rectangular box in brown tortoiseshell, with a rose-gold metal mount and a lid adorned with a monogrammed cartouche, as well as two cases in blonde tortoiseshell, one decorated with a geometric monogram in gold, the other adorned with a stylised gold束 motif, set with synthetic red and green stones and diamonds, 6.8 × 11, 7.8 × 7.8 and 8.3 × 6.5 cm CITES – September 2026 + Export or shipping restrictions may apply to this lot. Please consult the ‘Further Information’ tab before bidding. Please note: this lot contains ivory, coral and/or tortoiseshell. A CITES permit will be required for any transport outside Switzerland. Please check with your customs authorities and your carrier regarding the applicable regulations before bidding. We would also like to draw your attention to the fact that Piguet does not offer any shipping services for lots containing materials subject to CITES regulations. The buyer is solely responsible for organising transport and obtaining the necessary authorisations. + Export or shipping restrictions may apply to this lot. Please consult the ‘Additional Information’ tab before bidding. Please note: this lot contains ivory, coral and/or tortoiseshell. A CITES permit will be required for any transport outside Switzerland. Please check with your local customs authorities and your shipping carrier regarding applicable regulations before placing a bid. Please also note that Piguet does not provide shipping services for lots containing materials subject to CITES regulations. The buyer is responsible for arranging transport and obtaining any required permits.
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About the sale Collectables & Curiosities – Light fittings – Works of art – Clocks – Mirrors – Furniture – Rugs
Auction location
Auction time 09/22/2026 at 10:00 AM
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