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Sale On. Antique Blonde Turtle Shell Original Stand.
Retirement Sale, sale price £3500.00
Antique Blonde Turtle Shell on Original Stand.
This superb example comes complete with both front & back of the carapace ( most shells only have the front section )
The colour is a wonderful rich blonde. A most unusual feature is the original heavy cast stand for display purposes.
This is the only example we have ever handled with the original stand. The scientific name is Podocnemis expansa.
This was purchased from a private collection & has not been on the open market for over 100 years.
These shells come from South American river Turtles & in the 19th century ships purchased the animals for food/ meat to have on board.
The shells were then hand polished by the sailors on the homeward voyage to be given as presents or sold for extra money.
This shell comes with CITES article 10 certificate for sale within Europe. Certificate number 578775/01
Condition Excellent
Shell height 63.50 cms, shell only width 46 cms.
With stand height 83 cms.
SellerLiz And Malcolm Foley
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Liz And Malcolm Foley
Private dealers
By appointment only
Near Chester
Cheshire, England, UK.
Tel : 01829 782316
Non UK callers : +44 1829 782316
Antique Blonde Turtle Shell on Original Stand.
This superb example comes complete with both front & back of the carapace ( most shells only have the front section )
The colour is a wonderful rich blonde. A most unusual feature is the original heavy cast stand for display purposes.
This is the only example we have ever handled with the original stand. The scientific name is Podocnemis expansa.
This was purchased from a private collection & has not been on the open market for over 100 years.
These shells come from South American river Turtles & in the 19th century ships purchased the animals for food/ meat to have on board.
The shells were then hand polished by the sailors on the homeward voyage to be given as presents or sold for extra money.
This shell comes with CITES article 10 certificate for sale within Europe. Certificate number 578775/01
Condition Excellent
Shell height 63.50 cms, shell only width 46 cms.
With stand height 83 cms.
Price
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Category Antique Taxidermy
Date Circa 1850
Mid 19th Century Antiques
Item code as059a1759
Status For Sale
£4550.00
$5913.18
€5469.56
$5913.18
€5469.56
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Conversion rates as of 7/NOV/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. price does not include delivery, Retirement sale £3500.00
View all stock from
Liz And Malcolm Foley
By appointment only
Near Chester
Cheshire, England, UK.
Tel : 01829 782316
Non UK callers : +44 1829 782316
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