Antique French Napoleon III Pocket Watch Casket or Display, a Miniature Vitrine intaglio engraved The father is exquisite

The father is exquisite

Both caps on perfume flasks (which are blown crystal) are sterling silver

This is a late 1700s fine shagreen travel etui

but has a definite appeal as it stands

Antique French Napoleon III Pocket Watch Casket or Display, a Miniature Vitrine intaglio engraved The father is exquisiteCharming antique French Napoleon III or Victorian era pocket watch or pendant display casket or miniature vitrine, a lovely little box with thick beveled glass set in a rich gold or gilded pressed brass framework! Referred to as a "porte montre" in France, an item whose sole purpose is to beautifully display your timepiece when not in use. Of course, it could also be used to display a treasured pendant or smaller portrait miniature or even religious