For sale is a vintage wooden cigar box, handcrafted with dovetail joinery and a hinged lid. This piece has wonderful primitive character, showing its age through nail marks, patina, and a unique metal strap reinforcement along the bottom—likely added long ago for practical use.
Inside, the box features a beautiful natural woodgrain base, making it ideal for display, rustic storage, or repurposing as a decorative keepsake box. A true survivor from the late 1800s to early 1900s cigar era.
Features:
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Construction: Solid wood with dovetail joints and hinged lid
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Age: Likely late 19th to early 20th century
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Condition: Wear consistent with age; one side has a handmade metal strap handle, adds character
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Dimensions: 9.5" x 3.25" x 6.5"
Use: Display piece, rustic decor, memory box, or repurpose for storage
This piece has not been refinished—leaving its aged surface intact for collectors of original patina and Americana.