Andrew Cox Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.
The internal compartment would probably have been used to contain flints/matches and the interior is gilded. There is a hinged lid to the top, which has an attaching ring and a raised striker to the side. A rare and interesting collector's piece. Dimensions below.
Postage & packing £8.00 UK
£16.00 Europe
£22.00 Outside Europe
Condition :- Excellent, with no dents or splits. There is possibly a small old repair to the lid hinge, commensurate with age and use.
Hallmarks :- Readable and clear.
Date :- London 1884.
Maker :- Inderwick & Co - Edward, George & Henry John.
Width :- 6.1 cms.
Height :- 2.2 cms.
Depth :- 3.5 cm.
Andrew Cox Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.
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