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Onyx Box
Napoleon III Period
The interior is also made of onyx
gilded bronze, Knight, 4 full-length figures of the High Nobility
The onyx panels are in perfect condition.
Onyx is a variety of agate, which is itself a variety of chalcedony. Onyx was widely used in antiquity for engraving cameos and intaglios; it is still used today as an ornamental stone and decorative object. This stone helps stabilize emotions and strengthen self-control. It is beneficial for calming impulsive temperaments. It is used for its ability to bring clarity of mind, purify energy, and strengthen inner strength.
Dimensions:
width: 17 cm depth: 13 cm height: 15 cm
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