Unknown Boxes and Cases

A refined five-case Japanese inrō from the late Edo to early Meiji period (circa 1800–1880), executed in deep black urushi lacquer and decorated with an elaborate narrative scene in ...

A finely crafted Japanese carved ivory incense box (kōgō), dating to the Meiji period, circa 1880. This elegant circular box is masterfully carved from solid ivory and decorated wit...

A striking and luxurious six-case Japanese inrō from the late Edo to early Meiji period (circa 1800–1880), entirely enveloped in glowing gold lacquer and executed with exceptional te...

A finely composed five-section Japanese inrō, dating to the late Edo period (late 18th – early 19th century), executed in deep black urushi lacquer with restrained relief decoration....

1919 Antique British colonial period Pill Box wonderfully made as a stack of 10 British colonial Indian 1/4 Rupee coins of 917 purity Silver soldered and hollowed out in the cente...

1878 - 1919 Antique British colonial period Pill Box wonderfully made as a stack of 10 British colonial Indian 1 Rupee coins of 917 purity Silver soldered and hollowed out in the cen...

A rare and charming Japanese three-piece carved ivory set dating to the late Meiji period, circa 1880–1910. Finely turned and delicately incised, each miniature vessel is decorated w...

Antique German box with floral cast relief decorations and gilt interior . Made ca. 1920s - 1930s , German hallmarks : 800, maker's Widmann Christoph, Pforzheim, active 1919 - 1941....

An elegant five-case Japanese inrō, dating to the late Edo period, decorated with a tranquil river landscape rendered in gold lacquer. An inrō is a traditional Japanese personal con...

An historically important gilt bronze snuff box. With highly detailed Neoclassical engraving throughout to the lid and sides. With a cursive inscription to the base for Hannah Crow...

A rare and beautifully preserved complete miniature lacquer tea and sweets cabinet from early 20th-century Japan. The set is finished in traditional gold maki-e lacquer (a Japanese ...

A Rare and Exquisite Sewing Accessory Elevate your collection or needlework station with this Antique Gold Thimble, a seldom-seen treasure distinguished by its intricate engraving and timeless elegance. Crafted with exceptional care, it stands as both a functional piece of sewing history and a captivating object of art. Intricate Engraving & Design Ornate Detailing Each side of the thimble features delicate, hand-engraved motifs, highlighting the meticulous artistry once devoted to sewing implements. The patterns blend floral or geometric elements (depending on the specific design) to create an eye-catching, textured surface. Gold Construction Fashioned from precious gold, this thimble’s warm luster adds a luxurious note. The material ensures durability—making it as practical in a sewing basket today as it was in its era of origin. Hallmarked ‘S’ Inside the thimble is a hallmark “S,” indicating either the maker or a specific assay mark. This hallmark underscores the piece’s authenticity and collectible status. Dimensions & Weight Weight: Approximately 3.2 dwt (pennyweights), offering a reassuring solidity without compromising the piece’s delicate craftsmanship. Size & Fit: Designed for standard thimble use, it fits comfortably on most fingertips. Collectors often display antique thimbles...

An antique handpainted oval porcelain trinket box. The box features multicolored floral ornaments on white and celadon background. The box is braced with a gilded metal frame featuri...

A Charming Glimpse into Early 20th-Century Beauty and Craftsmanship Step back in time with this Antique Art Deco Rouge Compact, marked “Belais 14K White Gold Front”, showcasing a st...

Art Deco period cigarette case in Sterling Silver with the same engraved decorative pattern on both sides. Made in ca. 1920 -1930s. Hallmarked Sterling, Swedish import hallmarks , E&...

This unusual lipstick box was was created in 1918 ca. It has been hand crafted out of silver and is marked 800 on the lipstick container. There is a n uni...

One of the finest game boxes we've had the pleasure of offering, classic Regency Style, the case beautifully constructed of rare, dramatically figured Coromandel wood, lift top with front panel doors opening to reveal a hand carved chess set...

Russian cigarette case box in solid 84 Silver with intricate hand-engraved floral decor on the lid and gilt interior. Hidden compartment for matches on one side with removable match-...

A very rare church hourglasses from the 17th Century. These were fitted on the pulpit with a wrought iron basket. Visitors could see from the hourglass how much speaking time was lef...

Wonderful citrine topaz pill box. The pill box has a luxurious looking 18kt yellow gold frame. The citrine topaz gemstone has lovely faceted pill holder shape This lovely pill box is...

Period: XVIII century. Provenance: French, signed Haye. Dimensions: 8 cm x 5,9 cm Signed HAYE A PARIS, octagonal brass dial engraved, inset compass, mounted with hinged gnomon with ...

Gender: Unisex Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 3.00 inches Width: 1.50 inches Thick: 18.30 mm Weight: 139.08 grams 18K Yellow Gold antique diamond, sapphire, emerald and ru...

A beautifully crafted Art Nouveau cigarette case dating from around 1900. The cover is richly decorated in high relief with a flowing floral...

STUNNING AND RARE! Vintage 245 Gm of 18K Yellow Gold Clutch /Handbag /Purse, Diamond, & GOLD This exquisite Vintage Clutch Purse from ART DECO TIME was designed with a soft ...

A RARE 22 K GOLD Gold Utility Box ,Gold 130 Gm, Gorgeous 1870's French gold ribbed box Size 3.2X1.5X1 inch The Box is of rectangular shape with fine basket-weave decoration. antique...

This beautiful compact has a stunning bright red and black enamel front, a classic Art Deco ladies combination compact in wonderful condition inside and out. At the base you will fin...

A rare and delightfully whimsical Victorian-era sterling silver vesta case, dated 1887, showcasing a unique blend of satire and fine craftsmanship. This collectible piece, both funct...

Impressive, and in original condition with its original finish and toning, this minty 14 karat yellow gold retro period cigarette case is quite a luxury find. Rectangular in shape, measuring 4 inches long by 3-1/4 inches wide by 3/8 inch deep, this fine gold cigarette case...

European early 20th century high - end Enameled Silver box of excellent quality with translucent Guilloche Blue Enamel decor on both sides and gilt interior accented with bezel set ...

STUNNING AND RARE! this purse can fit my I phone 15 pro This exquisite Vintage Clutch Purse from ART DECO TIME was designed with a soft texture...

Delightful antique textured 18K yellow gold pillbox decorated with a profusion of Forget Me Not flowers in periwinkle blue and white enamel with black centers. Very fine quality, the...

A fine silver & enamel table box or casket. With stylized floral & vine work throughout, raised circular enameled cabochons on all sides, and raised bracket feet. The interior is ...

A Refined Piece of Edwardian-Era Craftsmanship Enhance your collection or personal accessories with this Antique English Sterling Silver Card Case, fully hallmarked “Chester 1903.” ...

This gorgeous silver cigarette case features a hand chased/engraved dragon and an area for a monogram. The inside is gilt with gold. Measurements: 3 1/8 by 6 3/4 inches Weight: 196....

A 19th century gold vesta case, with floral decoration, and set with sapphire and diamonds, compartment and striker to base, plain gold hoop, 4cm high.

Italian Made 18K Gold 1940s Engine Turned CIGARETTE CASE Box 161.6 gram 3.5 inch by 3 inch by 3/8 inch thick In good condition for its age, no damag...

A vintage, 14ct gold box, with four, engine turned sides, alternating with a ribbon and wreath pattern on the cut corners, terminating with reeded bars called "ribbon and reed" patte...

Original Russian Imperial Silver box made at workshop of K.Faberge ca. early XX century I presume this box can be some sort of pill, spice, snuff, or nutmeg variety. Two separate h...

Welcome to Bijoux Ancien Paris, where we are delighted to present this superb finely crafted 18-karat gold needle box, adorned with magnificent turquoise ca...

This is a rare pair of antique 19th Century Silver Birth Announcement Umbilical Clamp Stork Scissors. The Silver birth stork scissors served as a birth announcement and were used to ...

Georgian Silver Box Birmingham 1793 Joseph Taylor. Wonderful little box originally for patches but ideal today as a pill box with nice tight fitting cover. Pin pricked engraved folia...

Fine Quality Sterling Silver and Gold Cigarette or Card Case London, 1960 Padgett & Braham. The large rectangular case of engine turned design with...

An antique handpainted porcelain trinket box with a shape of a heart. The box features multicolored floral ornaments on a white and pale blue background. The box is braced with a me...

This is an antique Art Nouveau style silver chatelaine box. It comes from Austria with gilt inside silver box with iris motif on the lid. I have included a 19.25 inch sterling silver...

Very decorative Silver Box with hand -engraved floral relief decor on the lid. Solid 830 grade Silver alloy / Coin silver US standard. Swedish hallmarks. The box is hallmarked with...

Antique Silver box with relief decorations of Holly Maria and Christ. Initially it could be meant to be a type of Pyx box for religious ceremonial purposes. Monogrammed with initial...

Antique Vienna Silver box with floral decorations, both machine and hand - engraved elements. Internal gilding . Size: 75 mm x 41 mm at axes x 13,5 ...

Fine Russian Pill or Vanity Box in solid Gold plated 875 Silver decorated with divided enamel ornaments. White, Cobalt Blue, Turquoise Blue, Yellow, Green, Orange, and Brown colors. ...

Finely crafted in 18k yellow and white gold and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 3.50 carats. Circa 1950s 4 1/2 L x 5 3/4 W x 1 3/8 - 1/2 D inch Comes w...

This rare and delicate bag was handcrafted in the early 19th century. The silk is covered with a net that is used for embroidering. The handbag is decorated on one side with hand emb...

Ilias Lalaounis 925 Silver Medallion and Brass Jewelry cigarette box Silver in the middle has a labyrinth kind of image. Throughout the world there exists a symbol - a series of conc...

Early 20th century German Enameled Silver vanity box with translucent Guilloche Enamel decor in various colors and Gold with gilt interior in fine...

A fine signed Japanese silver jewelry box. In .950 sterling silver. With intricate engraved chrysanthemum decoration and a trefoil handle to the lid. The interior with a lacquered...

Introducing a true piece of history, an authentic Late Victorian sovereign vesta case and coin holder, beautifully crafted in soft 9 carat rose gold - a perfect blend of practicality...

This is an 18kt gold flat mesh petite coin purse. It is made of multiples interwoven tiny rings. It closes and opens easily with a kiss-lock clasp. It is a s...

The compact features square step-cut rubies weighing a total of approximately 1.25 carats, enhanced by single-cut diamonds weighing a total of 0.15 carat, set in 14k gold, marked Tif...

Vanity or Card box for your visit or bank cards. . The flower is truly eye-catching. Hand-engraved accents. British XX cent. hallmarks.Chester, 925 Silver, maker's. Made ca. 1960s -...

Large rectangular case in enameled gold. The panels of the case are embellished with translucent, royal blue enamel that reveals the intricate wave pattern in the gold underneath. Ea...

A fine vintage Chinese snuff box. In gilt silver. With engraved decoration to the silver throughout and a faceted orange glass lid. Marked to the ...

Perfect for the luxury lover or the person who already has it all, this golden box is ideal for your vanity, travel bags, or in your purse for on the go. Featuring a beautiful engr...