Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this piece to the Edwardian era.
Small pieces like this were used to scent cupboards or chests of drawers and were filled with violets or other fragrant petals. They were also component parts of large travelling toiletry sets and are not often found. A good collector's piece, both decorative and practical. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing :- £8.00 UK
£16.00 Europe
£22.00 Outside Europe
Condition :- Excellent, with no dents or breaks. There are a couple of pinprick dimples to the base, commensurate with age and use.
Hallmarks :- Clear and readable. Distortion to the Maker's mark.
Date :- London 1909.
Diameter :- 5.7 cms.
Height :- 2.5 cms
Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this piece to the Edwardian era.
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