Antique gold case purpose speculation from @maejeanvintage
The creator presents an antique gold case, shows its hallmarks, and discusses its potential purpose based on historical context and similar items. She asks the audience for their ideas.
Creator: @maejeanvintage on Instagram
Transcript
What do you think was the purpose of this antique piece? This nine karat gold case is hallmarked for early nineteen hundreds Better, England. It likely hung from a Chatelaine belt which was a decorative clasp with a series of chains worn at the waist holding household items like keys, watches, scissors, and other useful tools. This case probably held sewing needles, matches, or toothpicks. Any other ideas?
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