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Experience the allure of the rarest and most sought-after colours in the collector’s world with this striking Green Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy.

The charming green-stained tortoiseshell exudes an unparalleled beauty that is hard to find anywhere else.

This exquisite piece features a vacant silver initial plate atop and an escutcheon to the front, adding to its timeless elegance. Delicate fine silver and bone stringing beautifully separate each panel, creating a stunning overall effect.

Lifting the lid of this stunning green tortoiseshell tea caddy reveals a red velvet underside, a luxurious complement to the rare green hue. Two green tortoiseshell lids sit atop two tea compartments, each bearing traces of its original lining, a testament to the caddy’s rich history.

To ensure your precious belongings are secure, this tea caddy comes with a fully working lock and a tasselled key. This is a truly remarkable piece that is sure to stand out in any collection.

With every purchase from Mark Goodger Antiques, you will receive our latest catalogue, a Certificate of Authenticity, detailed care instructions for your chosen piece and an independent invoice (for insurance purposes) will be enclosed. As well as being protected by a no-hassle, money-back policy, your piece will be entirely insured during the shipping process to ensure the safety of your item.

If you are purchasing Tortoiseshell or Ivory pieces and are outside the UK you must have a CITES certificate in order to import the item into your country. We can obtain these on your behalf at a cost of £50 and these can take up to 30 working days to arrive at our office. Due to the strict exporting rules of these pieces, they may also come with further shipping costs. Please ensure you contact us prior to purchase for a quote.

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