Antique Victorian Era Tortoise Shell Necessaire, Aide Memoire, Diary, Carnet Bal, 15k Gold Clasp w/Monogram Gallileo and the anticipation and joy

and the anticipation and joy of each volume added to one's collection

but is not solid

and the only loss is a tiny bit to the frame (highlighted by enlargement in photos)

is a superb accent to your collection - to your home

Best of fine sterling silver

Antique Victorian Era Tortoise Shell Necessaire, Aide Memoire, Diary, Carnet Bal, 15k Gold Clasp w/Monogram Gallileo and the anticipation and joyWe have 2 of these, each selling separately. They originally belonged to twin sisters in England, and retain the notations written by each. You will want to own them both. They are charming as can be. Each has a 15k gold hinged clasp with the monogram of the original owner. They're made with a steam rolled edge into which a stylus would have originally been fitted. The stylus is no longer in its mount, but these can often be found in a variety of