Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1900s.
The sprung top is pushed down which moves the cutter across the hold to pierce the cigar. The screwed knob to the front can unscrewed to open the box up to clear any debris within.

The cutter is fully hallmarked for Birmingham 1901, together with the maker's mark W.H.W for the silversmith, W.H. Wakefield.
Excellent condition, measuring 3" x 2 1/2" x 2 1/4" at tallest.
Item ID: 34531
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Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1900s.
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