Andrew Cox Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
The body is curved to the corners and very tactile. There is a striker to the bottom and the interior is richly gilded. A good collector's piece, with an unusual design. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £8.00 UK
£16.00 Europe
£22.00 Outside Europe
Condition :- Excellent, with no holes, dents or splits. The hinge is strong and the lid closes well with a nice snap.
Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.
Maker :- Colen Hewer Cheshire.
Date :- Birmingham 1897.
Height :- 4.8 cms.
Width :- 4.2 cms.
Depth :- 1.4 cms.
Andrew Cox Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
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