Civil War soldiers match box?

[Fast Ed]

Found at an 1800's Baptist Parsonage. Only 3" deep. My buddy Beepbeepin say's its a "Soldiers Match Box". Inside the shield it say's "Smith.S Patent Jan. 17 - 1860. Looks to be made of brass. Any other info. is greatly appreciated......

 

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[beau-bc]

Excellent find,at least you have both sides and in nice shape.Like this alot,really like finding matchsafes

 

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[hirstmusic]

This is seriously one of the coolest pieces! I've never seen one of these.