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Chinese Green Shagreen Eyeglass Case. This Chinese work of art is a round wooden case covered with shagreen. Shagreen is the hide of a shark or ray. This is a rare type case that was made during the 19th century to hold collapsible eyeglasses. The holding string is new. A small crack on top. The case 7.5 cm (3 inch) in diameter. |
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