TORTOISE FOOTED CHEST
It's in good shape, some nicks here and there. Not sure if its faux or real tortoise shell. It smells old, and the interior has an old paper inside, that feels antique.
Don't really know. But comes from someone who had all original stuff.
Inherited
Yes
Hi Thymaya,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
An antique Regency style tortoiseshell veneered box on stand
In the English manner, mid-late 19th Century
Of rectangular section with hinged lid opening to a paper-lined interior, raised on a wooden stand.
25 inches overall height, 32 1/2 inches overall width, 19 inches deep
CONDITION: interior with later lining; stand possibly later
PROVENANCE: gift
$300-500*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, and thank you again for using Mearto.
Thanks, Thymaya,
Some states have restrictions about selling tortoiseshell, which is an endangered species. It may be difficult for you to sell this legally but I've priced it at what boxes of this size are bringing in areas where they can be sold.
Hi uploaded two more images to the files.