Reed & Barton Etched Floral Round Sterling Silver Box with Velvet

Made by Reed & Barton, whose "eagle R lion" mark is imprinted on the underside, along with "Sterling," and model number "N 583," this box measures 3 1/2" in diameter and stands 2" high.

It is fitted with an original, removable, cardboard liner that has a cloth base and purple "velvet" interior. The silver apart from this weighs 4.0 T. oz.

The bottom is flat and the walls are entirely smooth and straight sided, while the top is faintly domed and is acid etched in an intricate floral and leaf design that includes poppies, chrysanthemums and wild roses.

There is a leaf script "BBM" monogram inscribed in the open area on the center of the lid.

The underside of the lid is finished in a bright gold wash, although the base interior is not, unnecessary to enhance it as it is covered by the liner.

It likely dates from the early decades of the twentieth century.

In excellent condition, the silver is without bends, dents, or other marring, and the finish is bright. The only signs of use are two or three pinprick surface nicks. The liner is intact, without tears, and the purple retains a brilliant hue.