Antique French Tortoise Shell Pique Necessaire and Coin Purse Set (2 pieces) bracelet The plates are each 9

The plates are each 9

as that tiny traveler walks toward it

The case also includes two natural carved brushes and there's a vanity mirror clasped in the lid

This one is nearly 3" long

according to French control requirement

Antique French Tortoise Shell Pique Necessaire and Coin Purse Set (2 pieces) bracelet The plates are each 9A constellation of stars inlaid into the beautiful old chocolate colored shell and a brass shield that awaits your own engraved monogram, should you decide to have it done don't you just love these magnificent mid 1800s sets! These were a traditional gift to a young woman upon her confirmation (Catholic), and were also quite popular for the tourists on their Grand Tour, and while we often get the individual coin purse or 'aide d' memoire' as this