Antique Victorian chatelaine in the form of a carved belt with buckles, made of antique natural tortoisematerial - circa 1850-1890. Measures slightly under 5 1/2 inches long. Beautifully carved in a design that we would consider modern, but dates to well over 120 years ago. Belt theme with rectangles, buckles and rings. Two parts each attached to a central ring, allows each part to swing independantly as the wearer moves. A loop to hang the chatelaine from your belt and one at the back to hold your key / other valuable item. The material itself is a lovely mottled warm yellow to brown. All in very good condition with no damage/restoration of any sort to be found. Please note that this is natural tortoiseshell, well over 100 years old, legally bought in the USA. Status: For Sale Reference#: 3601 Condition: good Year: 1850 Title: ANTIQUE VICTORIAN NATURALTORTOISE CHATELAINE BUCKLE

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