Andrew Cox Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
The box is supplied with a hallmarked Victorian silver thimble, with a floral engraved border. A lovely and unusual collector's piece, still usable today. Dimensions below.

Postage & Packing £10.00 UK
18.00 Europe
£26.00 Outside Europe
Condition :- Excellent with no breaks, holes or splits. There are a couple of minor losses to the corners, commensurate with age and use.
Dat :- c1870.
Origin :- English
Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.
Thimble :- Birmingham 1898.
Maker :- John Tongue.
Height :- 3.2 cms. (highest point)
Depth :- 3.6 cms.
Width :- 2.6 cms.
Andrew Cox Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
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