A small George III tortoiseshell tea caddy late 18th century

of octagonal form with ivory-strung corners, the interior enclosing a lidded section, with ivory edges and knop, Ivory Declaration Submission Reference: 5GC9QUF3 Ivory - Important Information: This lot contains ivory material. Please be advised that several countries, including those in the EU and the USA, now prohibit the importation of ivory items unless under specific conditions. Accordingly, prospective buyers should familiarise themselves with the relevant customs regulations of their country and ensure they are able to import this item prior to bidding. This item has been registered as exempt from the UK Ivory Act 2018. 8.5cm diameter, 10cm high, Important Note:, This lot may contain materials that are subject to both export and import permits. Buyers must be aware of their destination country’s import policies prior to purchase, particularly where these relate to the trade in endangered species listed in Appendices under the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). Please note, that we do not identify or verify the taxonomic identification (such as genus, family, or subspecies) of any plant or animal, it is a buyer’s responsibility to undertake any biological testing of purchases. Buyers are required to ensure that the lot can be delivered by a specialist shipper, whether in the UK, Europe or internationally. No compensation will be given to buyers who fail to organise shipping arrangements for goods due to the prohibitions, restrictions or import regulations of their country. Condition Report, Condition Report, Fairly good condition overall, comestically and structurally. Light general wear to body, consistent with age and use. Interior cover sits a distorted angle. Various losses to foil lining. Hinge would benefit from tightening as it slightly loose and can tilt with ease. Some loss and wear to velvet lid lining. No key present. Free from any major damage or stuctural deformities. Request A Condition Report, Request A Condition Report

Estimate:$529.37

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