Mid-Century Vintage Solid Brass Metal Ornate Elephant Shaped Trinket Box

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Vintage mid century heavy solid brass ornate Dhokra elephant shaped trinket box, hand made in India. This piece is unique … Read more Vintage mid century heavy solid brass ornate Dhokra elephant shaped trinket box, hand made in India. This piece is unique and substantial! It is extremely heavy and intricately hand-hammered with texture elements. These specific pieces were often designed to store betel nuts (the areca nut is the seed of the areca palm) which were traditionally chewed as a digestive stimulant and mild narcotic. But they can not be used to store and display your favorite treasures / accessories. This piece of hand made art opens up with a hinged lid that latches closed on the front...boasting ample storage space inside. A lock could be added to the latch if you wish. It is footed, making it very elegant and sturdy.

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6 1/2" tall x 5" long x 5" wide See less