Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.

Push button mechanism at the front.
Fitted with the original chain.
Hallmarks:
(Partially hallmarked, which was very usual for small items)
On both lid and base
SP for Samuel Pemberton.
Birmingham Assay Mark.

Duty head.
Dimensions:
Height: 4cm / 1.4 inches.
Width at base: 2.2cm / 0.6 inches.
Condition:
Very good for its age.
Minor dings at places, barely noticeable and mentioned for accuracy.
Push button mechanism a little worn but the lid still opens and closes satisfactorily.

Postage UK: £7 Special delivery next day.
Postage overseas: £10 International Signed For.
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Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
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