A James W. Tufts Co. Silver-Plated Jewelry Box, Boston, Massachusetts, circa 1880 Marks: JAMES W. TUFTS, BOSTON, (T cipher), WARRANTED, QUADRUPLE PLATE, 3206 5-1/2 x 4-1/2 x 2-3/4 inches (14.0 x 11.4 x 7.0 cm) This petit box is so interesting to me because its design comes directly from medieval European reliquary boxes for holding the bones of saints. Silverplating made it possible for many more people to share in the world's artistic legacy, here in the form of a beautiful jewelry box. CV HID03101062020 © 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

In overall excellent condition, with fine surface wear commensurate with age, use, and polishing. Velvet interior not original to box.
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