{"product_id":"petite-antique-victorian-mother-of-pearl-calling-card-case-purple-silk-interior-c-1800-s","title":"Petite Antique Victorian Mother of Pearl Calling Card Case | Purple Silk Interior | c. 1800’s","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eantique Victorian mother-of-pearl calling card case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featuring luminous geometric shell panels that catch the light in soft shades of pink, green, blue, and gold. The petite case opens to reveal its wonderful \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoriginal-style purple silk accordion interior\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with multiple divided compartments traditionally used to organize calling or visiting cards. The clasp remains functional, and the mother-of-pearl exterior presents beautifully with only minor wear consistent with age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCalling cards were an important part of Victorian social etiquette, carried and exchanged during formal visits and introductions. Today, this charming little case is wonderfully functional again—the petite proportions make it an elegant \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eantique holder for modern business cards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, while also making a beautiful collectible or dressing-table accessory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Antique mother-of-pearl calling card case; Victorian\/late 19th century; geometric mother-of-pearl inlay; purple silk accordion interior; working clasp; approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 1\/2” × 2” × 1\/2” deep\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e; excellent antique condition with light age-related wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lillian Grey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45657641713871,"sku":null,"price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/8038\/8303\/files\/IMG-5982.heic?v=1785272698","url":"https:\/\/www.shoplilliangrey.com\/ar\/products\/petite-antique-victorian-mother-of-pearl-calling-card-case-purple-silk-interior-c-1800-s","provider":"Lillian Grey","version":"1.0","type":"link"}