Indian Round Hinged & Lidded Box

Little round box that looks like a pocket-sized drum with a hinge.

This round hinged and lidded brass box is from India, and dates to the 19th century. Lidded boxes of this kind are generally used in Indian homes to hold small items such as spices, betel ingredients, cosmetics or jewelry. Compact round lidded box with a small knob on top and a visible hinge at the front. Fine, closely set lines circle the lid and lower body, and the surface is dark brown with gold glints. It is 3.5 inches high and 4 in diameter.

Closed up neatly, keeping its secrets in small lines.