Early Hard Wood Snuff Box/Match Safe

International Match Safe

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Early Hard Wood Snuff Box/Match Safe

IMSA#: PMMS-035

Estimated Date: c. 1845

Country of Origin: Probably English

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Material: Very hard wood with mother of pearl inserts and silver cartouche in middle.

Markings: None

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Size (Inches): 2 7/8" long 1 3/4" wide 1/2" deep

Reverse: See Photo

Description and Comments: Top inlaid with mother of pearl and silver cartouche. Cartouche engrave "JS". Crude ridges at bottom of piece for striking match. Snuff box was modified for use as a match safe.

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