It was listed by Jeff Sims Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.
Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.
The interior slides open to facilitate access and to the top is an attaching ring for a fob chain or chatelaine. A rare and desirable collectors piece.

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents or splits.
Hallmarks :- Clear and readable with matching part marks.
Maker :- Joseph Hayes Taylor.
Date :- Birmingham 1880.
Height :- 3.5 cms. (to top of attaching ring).
Width :- 2.75 cms.
Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.
Antique silver, glass, jewellery and object de vertu.
You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Jeff Sims Antiques Profile Page