Rectangular, curved sides and corners, featuring raised and incised decoration in brass against dark ground, of Egyptian hieroglyphs, possibly vulture figure of 'Alef on front, among other symbols on front and reverse. Lid hinged on side. Striker in recessed groove on bottom.
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Unknown artist<span style="display: none;">Unknown artist</span></div>
circa 1900 <div style="display: none;">date QS:P571,+1900-00-00T00:00:00Z/9,P1480,Q5727902</div>
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