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The case is 32 x 16 x 10cm. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly sought after by collectors of antique gaming pieces, decorative arts, and mother-of-pearl objects and Qing dynasty Chinese antiques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe price is for both the games box and the full set of 77 counters. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSatisfaction Guarantee: The purchase price will be refunded, no questions asked, if you are not satisfied with the piece upon delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree Shipping: Every business day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpgraded Shipping: Available for fast delivery (FedEx requires a phone number).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeace of Mind: All orders are fully insured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBackground: We are avid collectors across a range of interests but with a particular focus on pieces featuring mother-of-pearl and English sterling silver. 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The shell would have been much larger but has been polished back to a shell of pure mother-of-pearl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shell has been traded to China where it has been hand-carved in the early 1800s. The Chinese carvers were the best in the world and this is a fine example of the very best of their craftsmen. The artwork depicts trading between islands and is boarded by mountians and trees. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy guess is that this would have been a month's work and you cannot find artisans with such skills today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shell comes with a new metal stand as shown in the images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wonderful piece of history and a unique gift for any special occasion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease get in touch if you have any questions about the piece. It will be a pleasure to assist. Please also check out the other pieces in the store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuarantee: The purchase price will be refunded, no questions asked, if you are not satisfied with the piece upon delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping: Free shipping each business day included so it will leave quickly following an order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeace of Mind: Every single order is fully insured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBackground: We are avid collectors across a range of interests but with a particular focus on high quality pieces featuring mother-of-pearl. The collection is being marketed for the first time. 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