Beautiful circular snuffbox in marine turtle shell (Chelonioidea spp) (pre-Convention) with radiating decoration inlaid with cabochons, drops and pastilles of white mother-of-pearl and silver studs (min. 800). The lid is hinged with rings and fleurons and has a ribbed silver lip (min. 800). Silver inner ring (min. 800). The interior has been reworked with gold leaf, possibly to mask earlier restorations. EUROPE, (France ?), 17th century. Exempt from hallmarking because made before 1838 (art. 524bis du CGI paragraph a). Gross weight: 66 g. - H. 26 mm - Diam. 80 mm. Wear, minor scratches, a few cracks, chips and old restorations. Shell specimen of pre-Convention marine turtle Chelonioidea spp (I/A), predating June 1, 1947 and therefore in compliance with EC regulation 338/97 of 09/12/1996 art.2-Wmc. In the event of export, it is the purchaser's responsibility to check with the customs authorities of the country concerned, particularly the United States, prior to any purchase. If the animal is to be exported from the European Union, a CITES re-export permit will be required, at the expense of the future buyer.