What is this little box

[jtw1313]

Any ideas what this is or what kind of shell......I have to say this thing has some quality put into it

 

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[creskol]

The shell looks like a cross section of a small conch shell. Neat box!

 

[Charlie P. (NY)]

I'd say cone shell, but still a fantastic box. Perhaps for a pearl necklace?

 

[creskol]

I'd say cone shell, but still a fantastic box. Perhaps for a pearl necklace?

You are 100% Correct! It is indeed a cross section of a cone shell.. Nice ID!

 

[A2coins]

That's a really nice piece you have a good eye for relics

 

[against the wind]

Very nice find,,,
Congratulations

 

[Back-of-the-boat]

It is for potpourri to let the smell out.

 

[Madmox]

It screams Victorian as far as age goes

 

[Rookster]

I like it.