some sort of cigarette case possibly

[Nobluecircles]

Hi,

New member and new to MD found this yesterday in old field in PA.

Outside has some material or felt covering. Inside seems to have a fabric liner on top which is still intact. In middle of fabric are words: 'Americas Leading Jeweler'. Working hinge still opens.

Can anyone help identify this and know approx. how old?

Also, any tips for cleaning would be appreciated.

Thanks,

NBC

 

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[jeff of pa]

because of the paper still being there I'm going to Guess fairly Recent.
Cool cig case find though .

Nothing at all on the cover ?
Signs of paint or raised design/lettering ?

KOOL & CAMEL had
special metal cases, 5 or so years ago.
I destroyed most of mine back when I still smoked,
filing them with home made cigs over & over.
when
taxes became unbareable.

your's reminds me of a Camel Cig case

the camel cases were painted & much thinner

 

[taz42o]

Ive never had a cig case with any kind of liner they have always been bare metal. maybe for jewelry?

 

[jeff of pa]

Ive never had a cig case with any kind of liner they have always been bare metal. maybe for jewelry?

the ones put out by Cool & Camel that were filled when you purchased them,
had the same type of Semi Aluminum Liner Cigarette packs had/have
This is why I'm guessing Recent. as the Liner is still there.

 

[BosnMate]

If I remember correctly I rolled mine up in my T shirt sleeve, never had an extra case.

 

[Nobluecircles]

Ive never had a cig case with any kind of liner they have always been bare metal. maybe for jewelry?

Updated - after a bit of careful cleaning, found some words that seem to confirm it as a jewelry case. Thanks.