Serpentine Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
The interior is leather lined with a large middle compartment surrounded by two smaller ones. The base is lined to protect the table, and there is an interesting scissor type gilt central clasp.

Perfect for a gentleman's jewellery box for watches, cufflinks, rings etc., or as a nice desk tidy.
Size-18.5 inches long by 5 5/8 inches wide by 1.75 inches high.
An unusual box in very good condition.
Serpentine Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
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