I believe this was originally used as a powder box. The glass lid has a well-worn and used mirror. You could store small trinkets inside or just use as a display piece. There are a couple, barely noticeable nicks on the edge of the lid. Terrific collectible piece! (Finding one with a lid is rare!)

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