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19th.c. Blonde Turtle Shell
Good example of a 19th.c. 'blonde' loggerhead turtle shell. Measuring 25" x 20". Good condition, solid and complete with only minor marks and wear.
Prized by 18th and 19th century sailors for their meat, the leftover turtle's shell were often presented to the crew who to occupy idle moments would remove the patterned outer layers and polish the bone carapace below to a smooth white finish. The resulting shell would be presented to loved ones as an unusual and decorative souvenir. We have had several shells over the years, often with links to the port of Liverpool.
Dimensions: Width 20" Height 25" Depth 6"
Please contact us for more images, delivery and shipping quotes. Alternatively you are welcome to view and collect at our large warehouse showroom in Llandudno Junction, North Wales (approximately 45mins from Chester). We have a large and ever changing selection of genuine good quality antique furniture of all types and have twice been shortlisted for the Home and Antiques Magazine Antique Shop of the Year Award. 01492 580022.
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Old Fyffes Warehouse
Conwy Road
Llandudno Junction
North Wales
LL31 9LU
Tel : 01492 580022
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Prized by 18th and 19th century sailors for their meat, the leftover turtle's shell were often presented to the crew who to occupy idle moments would remove the patterned outer layers and polish the bone carapace below to a smooth white finish. The resulting shell would be presented to loved ones as an unusual and decorative souvenir. We have had several shells over the years, often with links to the port of Liverpool.
Dimensions: Width 20" Height 25" Depth 6"
Please contact us for more images, delivery and shipping quotes. Alternatively you are welcome to view and collect at our large warehouse showroom in Llandudno Junction, North Wales (approximately 45mins from Chester). We have a large and ever changing selection of genuine good quality antique furniture of all types and have twice been shortlisted for the Home and Antiques Magazine Antique Shop of the Year Award. 01492 580022.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
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Category Antique Taxidermy
Date c.1850
Mid 19th Century Antiques
Item code ac049a9695 / 36740
Status Sold
£1895.00
$2331.42
€2263.58
$
€
Conversion rates as of 9/JAN/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
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View all stock from
Collinge Antiques
Conwy Road
Llandudno Junction
North Wales
LL31 9LU
Tel : 01492 580022
Non UK callers : +44 1492 580022
Get directions to Collinge Antiques
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