Description
Dating to around 1900, it is very, very unusual to come across a set of late Victorian Dominoes made with this combination of materials. Each tile is made from solid Ebony, the spots all created from Mother of Pearl or Nacre shell. Each side of the domino is separated with an inlaid pewter stringing.
The set is contained in it's original wooden box, a couple of the dominoes have a minor nibble, all can only be considered in excellent condition.
Each tile measures 1 3/4" x 7/8"; the box measures 7" x 2 1/2" x 2".
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Rare Antique English Boxed Set Dominoes - Ebony and Mother of Pearl
Rare Antique English Boxed Set Dominoes - Ebony and Mother of Pearl
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SOLD
Item Ref
35279
Description
Dating to around 1900, it is very, very unusual to come across a set of late Victorian Dominoes made with this combination of materials. Each tile is made from solid Ebony, the spots all created from Mother of Pearl or Nacre shell. Each side of the domino is separated with an inlaid pewter stringing.
The set is contained in it's original wooden box, a couple of the dominoes have a minor nibble, all can only be considered in excellent condition.
Each tile measures 1 3/4" x 7/8"; the box measures 7" x 2 1/2" x 2".
Item ID: 35279
FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From London, England
FREE Worldwide Shipping Directly From London, England
Internal Ref: 35279
This item is SOLD and is no longer available to purchase.