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Unusual Romantic signet

Estimate €180–300

Description

Hand sculpted in a fine agate, silver (950/000) mount decorated in relief with leaves and flowers. Signet table with Arabic inscription.

French hallmark, mid-nineteenth century.

H.: 7 cm

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