Rare Antique 19th Century Victorian Olivewood Jewelry Box Case Cabinet w/Cover

Description

This is a beautiful and rare find.  It's an olivewood jewelry case of English manufacture, and it dates to about 1880.
The box is in absolute pristine condition.  Rarely do they come through history this untouched.  What's responsible for this condition is the presence of it's original chamois cover.  It is the *only* one we've seen in decades of collecting to retain it's original case like this.  The case itself definitely shows it's age.  While it was professionally conserved when the box was first found, removing all of the age stains, etc., would require something along the lines of washing which should never, ever be done with something like this.  We view it as proud evidence that it's done it's job in protecting it's charge over the last 140 years or so.
The interior of this box is also pristine.  I doubt it was ever used.  Other than a small stain - likely from a drop of water or some such - in one of the drawers, the fuchsia pink silk lining shows little evidence of it's age.  The original working key is present and the box measures approximately 9" x 7" x 6.5".  This would be a proud addition to any box collection.
Please carefully review the photos as they are part of the description, and please ask ALL questions before purchasing this treasure.  Always happy to send additional photos if need be.  We want only happy customers!
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