A stunningly beautiful and complete c.1850s French sewing necessaire, ebony case with inlays in silver, very fine quality and opens to reveal a complete original set of 6 sewing tools: scissors, needle case, thimble, bodkin (ribbon needle), stiletto, and the addition of a crochet tambour or hook, which is only rarely included. Perfectly fitted to the carved interior, Full measurements noted on the photos. Napoleon III era (c.1850-70), Victorian era.
Very good to excellent condition for age and type. Sewing implements are all excellent, no loss or damage. All are .800/1000 silver, 18k gold layer (vermeil) so they're brilliant and beautiful. Photographed on a cloudy day, they appear more gold than in our photos. An engraved clasp plate and hinge, which is also the sign of finer quality sets. The clasp works well. No warp to the beautiful old wood, and no lifts to any of the silver pique. There is one very small chip to outer edge rim, upper half, marks on photos with an x for your review.
