An 18th century gilt mounted mother-of-pearl inlaid etui, circa 1730 , of tapering rectangular form, inset with mother-of-pearl panels within mannerist decorated mounts and engraved with flowers, masks, urns and C-scrolls, the hinged lid with push button opening to reveal fitting interior enclosing gilt metal and steel fittings including bodkin, two spoons, fruit knife, pencil holder, later scissors and later ruler, length 11.4cm. £2,000-£2,500