Victorian Mother of Pearl Trinket Box & Basket (Mermaids Purse) victorian choker A truly beautiful vintage honey

A truly beautiful vintage honey pot

A stunning and heavy pair of brass candlesticks with the most wonderful detail

It does not tilt

The Van Horns were a wealthy Dutch family but the translation from Dutch is also “mayor” of Horn which is a village in the Netherlands

You can even leave the lid slightly open to display some treasures inside or keep small books as well

Victorian Mother of Pearl Trinket Box & Basket (Mermaids Purse) victorian choker A truly beautiful vintage honeyDelicate in appearance but sturdily built, this late 19th century trinket box is crafted from natural mother of pearl and brass. Originally a trinket box or for precious keepsakes, they were often called Mermaids Purses. The little mother of basket is a delight too. The purse is in good antique condition with fully functional hardware and the little basket has a slightly broken handle. A beautiful and romantic gift. Dimensions Basket is 5cm and purse