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Fingernail Case

CultureChinese
Date19th century
MediumTortoise shell
DimensionsOverall: 4 inches (10.16 cm)
Credit LinePurchase: William Rockhill Nelson Trust
Object number33-728/2
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DescriptionCurved tortoise shell fingernail protector with silver and enamel decorations.
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