Description: Secret Puzzle Box A wonderful Jewellery box with a secret puzzle how to open it.The Box is made from Olive Wood shaped in the form of a stack of faux books. There is a hand painted decoration on the lid of 3 blue birds and has "RICORDO di NAPOLI" painted in black. One corner has a mini mosaic and hand carved marquetry design.Working Lock and KeyTo open the box, you have to slide the bottom book spin back a bit then slide the section of wood that looks like the pages out, which reveals the secret compartment where the key is usually hidden, then you slide the bottom book back and the middle book XI spine slides down to reveal the key hole, now you can get at your hidden treasures. Periodby the design early 1900's. OriginSorrento Italy for RICORDO di NAPOLI souvenirConditionThe box is general used with wear at corners and edges, the red lining inside the box is worn and grubby.Please check with pictures, any questions please email me. Size Box236mm 144mm 110mm Weight 1042g(Not including packing)
Price: 78 GBP
Location: Scarborough
End Time: 2025-02-10T20:26:16.000Z
Shipping Cost: 41.53 GBP
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Returns Accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Sub-Type: Olivewood
Antique: Yes
Original/Repro: Original
Product: Boxes
Product Sub-Type: Jewellery/ Trinket Boxes
Material: wood
Age: 1900-1940