We have managed to find quite a range of boxes.  The three in the photograph are just a sample!

The box in the centre is Japanese Export silver and is a jewllery box with the original velvet lining

The scene box is particularly fine work. Worked on the lid and sides each panel has a different and finely detailed scene

The dragon box is a good size and again the detail is very crisp

We have more – drop by to choose! and see the quality

The lid is finely worked with the iris motif – which symbolises hope, wisdom, trust and valour.

The lid is double skinned as so often with Japanese Export silver

The base carries the triangular turtle mark of the renowned Japanese maker Sanju Saku, one of Japan’s leading silversmiths, based in Yokahama, making and retailing silver with enamels to this style  1880-1920

The deep iris motif is very much used by the Japanese Export silversmiths – often , as in this case, worked against a hammered background.

The iris flower symbolises faith, courage, valour, hope and wisdom.

Fine condition

The style with the legs on each corner reminds one of the torii gates at the Shinto shrines

The sides and  lid are hand engraved with flying cranes in the clouds

In Japanese folklore, the crane (or Tsuru in Japanese) is a strong majestic bird that mates for life and is said to live for a thousand years. It symbolizes honour, good fortune, loyalty, and longevity.

This box may well have been used for cigarettes when it was originally made but now make a fine addition to a collection

Exceptional weight