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November 2005 Auction

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249. Carved Fossilized Stone Snuff Bottle, circa 19th Century

This snuff bottle is carved with numerous small enclosures. Design carved in the stone depicts a bird on a tree branch. Verso of the bottle is polished exposing the natural beauty of the stone. Stopper probably agate as well, but with green enclosures; small wood spoon is attached to the stopper. Overall the bottle measures approx. 2-1/2" x 1-3/4" x 1/2".



75/150   Sold $293.25
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