Antique Faux Tortoiseshell Card Case Mother Of Pearl Bird Floral Inlay Victorian

✨ Antique Faux Tortoiseshell Card Case – Mother of Pearl & White Metal Inlay – Bird and Floral Design

Beautiful antique faux tortoiseshell calling card case, featuring intricate mother of pearl and white metal inlay with decorative birds, flowers and fine metal stringing.

This elegant piece displays exceptional craftsmanship, with matching decorative inlay on both sides and a charming floral design on the hinged lid.

A wonderful collectible for enthusiasts of antique card cases, Victorian accessories, mother of pearl inlay and decorative antiques.

🔹 Key Details

  • Item: Antique Calling Card Case

  • Material: Faux Tortoiseshell

  • Decoration: Mother of Pearl & White Metal Inlay

  • Metal: White Metal – Possibly Silver, Unconfirmed

  • Design: Bird Standing on Floral Spray

  • Lid Decoration: Inlaid Flowers on Both Sides

  • Closure: Hinged Lid With Push-Button Catch

  • Interior: Original Fabric Lining

  • Condition: Antique Used Condition

📏 Dimensions

  • Length: 4¼ inches (approx. 10.8cm)

  • Width: 3 inches (approx. 7.6cm)

⭐ Key Features

  • Beautiful Antique Decorative Card Case

  • Attractive faux tortoiseshell finish

  • Detailed mother of pearl bird and floral inlay

  • Fine white metal stringing and decorative accents

  • Matching decoration on both sides

  • Hinged lid with push-button opening mechanism

  • Snap-shut closure

  • Retains original interior fabric lining

  • Elegant period accessory with attractive aged character

🔎 Condition

ANTIQUE USED CONDITION – GOOD EXTERIOR

The case has been carefully kept for many years and remains an attractive example of antique craftsmanship.

Exterior:

  • Overall very good condition for its age

  • Light surface scratches and handling marks

  • Some tarnishing to the metal edges

  • Decorative mother of pearl inlay presents beautifully

Interior:

  • Original fabric lining is partially present

  • Lining is missing from one side of the body and lid

  • Remaining fabric shows wear and fading

  • Some discolouration to the inner rims

Hinges & Closure:

  • Push-button catch opens the case

  • Lid snaps closed

  • Slight side-to-side movement in the lid, which has been present for many years

Please examine the photographs carefully for the exact condition.

🎁 Ideal For

  • Antique and vintage collectors

  • Mother of pearl decorative art enthusiasts

  • Victorian-style accessories collections

  • Antique calling card case collections

  • Period dressing table displays

  • Decorative gifts and historical memorabilia

⚠️ Important Information

  • The case is described as faux tortoiseshell, not genuine tortoiseshell.

  • White metal inlay may be silver, but its composition has not been tested or verified.

  • Exact age and maker are unknown.

  • Antique item with age-related wear as detailed above.

📦 Package Includes

1 × Antique Faux Tortoiseshell Card Case With Mother of Pearl & White Metal Inlay

📸 Please see pictures – pictures are part of the description.