Andrew Cox Antiques has dated this piece to the Edwardian era.
The cards are held in the inside of the lid and with the base flipped backwards it allows the case to be used to display the current suit in play. A wonderful and usable piece and great gift for the card player. Dimensions below.

Postage and Packing :- £8.00 UK
£16.00 Europe
£22.00 Rest of the World
Condition :- Very good, with no splits or major dents to the silver. The case has a few minor blemishes, commensurate with age and use. The suit cards are all clear and unworn.
Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.
Maker :- Boots Pure Drug Company.
Date :- Chester 1905.
Height open :- 2.8 cms.
Width :- 2.5 cms.
Depth open :- 3.4 cms.
Depth closed :- 0.4 cms.
Andrew Cox Antiques has dated this piece to the Edwardian era.
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