Lot 83: 19th C. Round Ditty Box

Estimate: $300 – $500

Sailor carved, whalebone and ivory, hardwood top inlaid with diamond and monogrammed “H F J”, intricately nailed with whalebone pegs securing the sides to the top and bottom, purchased from an Ocean Drive estate in Cohasset, MA, overall good condition with minor wear and minor chipping along nail seam, 2 1/2″ h, 4″ dia, (ex. Dr. Oscar and Lois Hollander collection, Falmouth, MA).