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[beau-bc]

Found this 3" down, just black, in 2 pieces (hinge broke),and looked like it was stepped on, Gave it to a friend and he took out dent a put it back together at hinge.While cleaning noticed engraving and marks inside the case.Measures 3 1/4"by2 3/4", weights 72 grams sterling.

 

[dieselram94]

Very nice!

 

[d3t3ctr0n]

What is it? A cigarette case?

 

[beau-bc]

Yes its a Sterling Silver, the marks inside are C.L&S, a lion,a shield with a sword surrounded by 3 boxes and the letter R in a square boX with the corners of the box cut off.

 

[beau-bc]

Turns out the maker is Charles Lyster & Son, made in Chester,England, 1900.

 

[John_Deere]

Nice find! Congrats and HH!