#18

Very Fine Early Miniature "Token of Esteem" with Provenance
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Description
4" (10 cm.) x 3 1/2". The firm-sided card stock box has original engraved and embossed decorative paper cover, and is designed with hinge-open lid, front and sides. A round gilt-framed mirror is on the inside lid and the base presents two glass decanters with gold paper decoupage and four goblets. Included is an ink-written note "A token of esteem presented to Amelia Fowler by her Teacher Ruth M. Fowler". Excellent condition. Mid-1800s.