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The hardstone with some minor scratches, natural veining and inclusions, a few tiny hairline cracks to the stone at the upper edge, some minor scratches and tiny losses to the enamel, also with some areas of restoration to the enamel on the head throughout, specifically near the nose and around the lower neck, the tongue slightly loose in the head, but seemingly secure, as noted the engraved monogram to the matrix later, with an associated custom red velvet stand and green leather case.
1 in. (2.5 cm.) diameter
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Lot 39Sale 23287
GERMAN OR ENGLISH, SECOND HALF 18TH CENTURYAN ENAMEL, DIAMOND, AND GOLD-MOUNTED HARDSTONE DESK SEALEstimate: USD 2,000 - 3,000
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