Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
The elaborate silver shield catch on the front has a small button that when pulled down releases the lid. The green card interior fitted with the original bodkin, steel scissors, needle book.

Hallmarks:
Unmarked as was very often the case with such items but tested as silver.
Dimensions:
10cm x 7.5cm.
4 inches x 3 inches.
Condition:
Leather in very good condition for the age.
Silver borders in very good condition

Silver catch fully functioning.
Clean Interior.
Delivery:
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Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
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