19th Century Ivory Box with Elaborate Inset Gilt Monogram

Antiques : Accessories

 

A spectacular late 19th century solid ivory box with unidentified gold monogram inset in centre of lid. The bottom part is made from a solid piece of elephant ivory. We have not had the monogram tested, but it is not brass, probably gilt silver or 14kt gold. Length 7 1/8” x 4” wide x 1 ¼” high. There is an tiny repair at the base of the V.

Item ID: 100690