Pretty Antique Papier Mache Round Snuff Box with Silver Inlay collectible animals It measures 20 5/16" long

It measures 20 5/16" long x 11 1/8" wood x 1 5/8" tall

Good for holding while contemplating the meaning of the universe

from its maker

are lightweight enough to throw in a suitcase--or a picnic basket

and then perhaps displayed on the wall behind his or her desk along with--or replacing--other plaques marking 5

Pretty Antique Papier Mache Round Snuff Box with Silver Inlay collectible animals It measures 20 5/16" longI've always got an eye out for antique snuff boxes, shoe shaped and otherwise! This pretty one, mid to late 19th century, is lacquered papier mache, I believe intended to resemble tortoiseshell, though with the marbling more reddish than brown. The silver inlay (I'm not certain if sterling) appears almost entirely in tact, with a great combination of little flowers, squares, and fish shapes. (I see one little square missing). Very lovely. Very good