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LOT 2064
Georgian Period Agate Bodkin Case with High Carat Gold Mounts
CIRCA 1760 A.D.
4 1/4 in. (60.6 grams, 10.9 cm).
The tubular body and lid in turned and polished agate with gold fittings.
ProvenancePrivate collection, Europe.
Acquired on the English art market.
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LOT 2064
Georgian Period Agate Bodkin Case with High Carat Gold Mounts
Estimate £350 - 450€410 - 520 (for guidance only)$470 - 610 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£175 (EUR 203; USD 236) +BP*
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