International Match Safe

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       French Mailbox "Cupid and Lovers"

IMSA#:    PMSE-005

Estimated Date:   c. 1900

Country of Origin:   France

Manufacturer:   Unknown

Catalog No.:  Unknown

Material:    900 silver with enamel decorations

Markings:  "900" silver mark

Patent/Design No.:   Unknown

Patent/Design Date:  Unknown

Size (Inches):   1 7/8" by 1 1/4"

Reverse:   Cypher initials of the original owner.  See above photos

Description and Comments:  This beautifully enameled art nouveau sterling safe was recently pictured in the October 2001 IMSA newsletter and is presumed to be of French origin.  It is marked "900" and depicts two lovers looking into a reflection pond as Cupid stands close by.  The lid is spring loaded and looks very much like a mailbox.  Striker located at the bottom.

Submitted by:  Julie L.

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