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Desk Set with Magnifying Glass and Letter Opener - Ammonite Fossils

About the Item

Add a touch of elegance and history to your desk with this exquisite set, consisting of a magnifying glass and a letter opener embellished with authentic fossil ammonites from the Mesozoic era. Each handle is unique, featuring warm hues and natural shapes preserved for more than 250 million years. Artist Nino Basso has skillfully combined the contemporary design of polished metal with the timeless beauty of ammonites, keeping their characteristic spiral structure intact. The result is an exclusive piece of furniture, perfect for those looking for a sophisticated and original gift idea. Product Features: • Fine materials - Polished nickel-plated brass and extra-white crystal - Magnifier - Diameter 70 mm, length 14.5 cm, weight 140 g biconvex in crystal extra.white - Letter opener - Size 15.5 x 4.5 cm, weight 90 g - Authenticity guaranteed - True Ammonites from the Mesozoic Era (250 million years old) - Elegant packaging - Smoked black box with certificate of authenticity and care instructions FOSSILINE Collection Product Code: 021-012-5D Perfect as a gift idea for collectors, professionals and design lovers! The photo shows the exact set you will receive.
  • Creator:
    Nino Basso (Designer),Design Center 1991 (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.88 in (20 cm)Width: 6.7 in (17 cm)Depth: 2.17 in (5.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Modern (In the Style Of)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    2006
  • Production Type:
    New & Custom(One of a Kind)
  • Estimated Production Time:
    Available Now
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Spilimbergo, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9292243823522

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