Description: A faux brass watch when opened is a coin purse. Has a stem and ring as a pocket watch. The face shows that time at 5:36. Back is a beautiful detailed etching of an elaborate building and surrounding grounds.

History: The sovereign purse, used through the 1800's, carried English gold coins. These small purses were made of leather, suede or metal and sometimes were smaller than an inch in diameter, made to resemble a locket or pocket watch. They were hand painted.

Provenance: Helen & Dr. Roland Kohen, Miami, FL

Dimensions: Weight (Pounds & Ounces) = 0.13 | Height(in) = 0.5 | Width(in) = 2 | Depth(in) = 1.25

Size of Artwork(in): .5 x 2 x 1.25"

Artist Name: Unknown

Medium: Brass, fabric.

Circa: Circa 1890

Small amount of wear consistent with age and use.