Andrew Cox Antiques has dated this piece to the 1910s.
The coins are inserted via a slot in the lid and there is a hasp where a padlock could be attached if required. A desirable and unusual collector's item. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £10.00 UK
£18.00 worldwide.
Condition :- Excellent, with no holes, dents or splits. There is some light shadowing from fire stain, which is not damage and is part of the annealing process.
Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.
Date :- Birmingham 1913.
Maker :- S Blanckensee & Son Ltd..
Height :- 5 cms.
Width :- 5 cms.
Length :- 12.5 cms.
Andrew Cox Antiques has dated this piece to the 1910s.
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