A mid-Victorian burr walnut and gilt brass mounted games compendium

A mid-Victorian burr walnut and gilt brass mounted games compendium by Betjemann & Sons, London, the exterior inset with three pietre dure oval plaques, the sides with substantial gilt brass handles, the interior fitted with its original ivory chess set, height of king 5.8cm, draughts, cribbage, whist markers, folding chess and backgammon board, a pack of De La Rue & Co cards and various gaming counters, overall width 35cm. Note: a non-transferrable ivory exemption certificate has been granted for the sale of this lot.

Estimate:$668.72

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