Fine Antique Italian Leather Wallet, Paper Money Case, Tooled, Gilt Embossed & Heraldry Lamp base the woman holds a letter

the woman holds a letter

Truly an exceptionally fine work of art

and is complete with all of the inlays of French sterling silver pique work

The inkwell itself one of the massive "paperweight" style inkwells

Fine Antique Italian Leather Wallet, Paper Money Case, Tooled, Gilt Embossed & Heraldry Lamp base the woman holds a letterRare, fantastic antique Italian or French tooled leather wallet, billfold or paper money case with ornate gilt embossed decoration and two royal or armorial style heraldry medallions! Isn't this gorgeous! Such an elegant piece for what would now be a relatively pedestrian use. Two pieces total, both in overly thick & rigid brown leather. The inner pocket slides out completely and is sized to hold the older Italian or European bills (as shown in the