Serpentine Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.

Weight-120 grams.
Size-6 inches long by 4.75 inches wide by 3/8 inches high.
A great novelty silver piece for desk, dressing table or dining, this can hold food, jewellery, or whatever one likes.
A wonderful gift for an artist or art enthusiast, or for a collector of novelty silver.
In very good condition, with very clear hallmarks.
I have never seen another one like it.
Serpentine Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.
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