Fine Antique French Sewing Etui, Tortoise Shell Pique Case with 18k Gold Sewing Tools, Scissors, Thimble, etc. c.1830 illustrated there is some damage to

there is some damage to the pale blue moire silk accordion style baffles but it will still extend up a few inches

A gorgeous piece here in superb condition

flowers & vines and there are convex cartouches or medallions with "Dean" engraved within

The group image shows some of my favorites I've held back

Fine Antique French Sewing Etui, Tortoise Shell Pique Case with 18k Gold Sewing Tools, Scissors, Thimble, etc. c.1830 illustrated there is some damage toExquisite 18k gold French sewing tools in their original c. 1810 30 tortoise shell & gold silver pique worked etui. Larger than most of the old sewing etui or cases from the period, the embroidery tools are in fine order for use or display. Scissors, thimble, bodkin, needle case and stiletto, each in beautifully hand crafted 18k yellow gold (French tiny punch marks in place. The outer case is elaborately worked with floral bouquets and scrolling