Rare Fine Antique English "Mappin & Webb" Tortoise Shell Sewing Case, Etui, Mother of Pearl Implements Odiot brass strip or sting inlays

brass strip or sting inlays on the front and lid and "Cigares & Tabac" (Cigars & Tobacco) brass inlay in the top center

I see nothing to detract from either her beauty or the investment value of this elegant cameo brooch

All lids bear the French Minerve or Minerva hallmark

One of the very early ones

black with a line of gold

Rare Fine Antique English "Mappin & Webb" Tortoise Shell Sewing Case, Etui, Mother of Pearl Implements Odiot brass strip or sting inlaysSuperb English tortoise shell etui, sewing set from famed London maker shop, Mappin & Webb, c. 1900. Edwardian luxury at it's finest, you have even the original needle cases tucked into their silk moire sections in the inner lid. Very good to excellent The case is fabulous, in top condition without flaws to note. The implements have mother of pearl handles (stiletto and seam ripper folding knife) and the scissors remain sharp. Each piece original to