{"product_id":"antique-hair-on-hide-covered-brass-mounted-card-or-cigarillo-case-c-1900-1930","title":"Antique Hair-on-Hide Covered Brass Mounted Card or Cigarillo Case c.1900–1930","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"334\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAn attractive and unusual early 20th-century hair-on-hide covered case with a warm brass frame, sprung catch and leather-lined interior.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"336\" data-end=\"501\"\u003eThe case has a wonderful tactile quality, with its natural hair-on-hide exterior and mellow brass mount, giving it a distinctive country house or sporting aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"745\"\u003eIts original purpose is uncertain, although it may have been used to carry playing cards, cigarillos, calling cards or other small personal effects. Today it makes an interesting decorative object, collector's piece or stylish desk accessory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"923\"\u003eThe brass catch works smoothly and the lid opens and closes securely. Inside is the original leather lining, displaying gentle age-related wear consistent with its age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"1065\"\u003eAn unusual and decorative antique that would suit a collector of country house antiques, sporting memorabilia or early personal accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1h7nq73\" data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"avf3k2\" data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1100\"\u003eHeight: 10 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yq986k\" data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003eWidth: 6 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1uef3h1\" data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1129\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1131\" data-end=\"1154\"\u003eGood antique condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1469\"\u003eThe brass frame has an attractive aged patina, the natural hair-on-hide covering shows expected wear consistent with age, and the leather-lined interior has light marks from use, including an old circular impression to the inside of the lid. The catch operates correctly and the lid opens and closes as it should.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1547\"\u003ePlease study the photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1549\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1m7l6vl\" data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003eOur Antique Forager Ethos\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1754\"\u003eWe source antique and vintage pieces for their craftsmanship, character and individuality, selecting only those that stand out and carry a story worthy of passing on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003eExplore curated inspiration, reference boards and new finds on Pinterest:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"1878\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"1878\"\u003e\u003ca data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"1876\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.co.uk\/antiqueforager\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.pinterest.co.uk\/antiqueforager\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"oo2fvb\" data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"1895\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"1895\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"2069\"\u003eFree UK postage. Worldwide delivery available — rates vary by destination and weight. Shipping costs are calculated at checkout. Every item is carefully packed and insured.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TheAntiqueForager","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54379157061973,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/0068\/7701\/files\/IMG_9190_b0ff3c2c-aacf-4af8-a7d5-daa30adde7af.jpg?v=1784103255","url":"https:\/\/antiqueforager.com\/products\/antique-hair-on-hide-covered-brass-mounted-card-or-cigarillo-case-c-1900-1930","provider":"TheAntiqueForager","version":"1.0","type":"link"}