Secret Compartment Book box 19th Century 1817 decorative leather lovely binding
Secret Compartment Book box 19th Century 1817 decorative leather lovely binding Secret Compartment Book box 19th Century 1817 decorative leather lovely binding Secret Compartment Book box 19th Century 1817 decorative leather lovely binding Secret Compartment Book box 19th Century 1817 decorative leather lovely binding Secret Compartment Book box 19th Century 1817 decorative leather lovely binding Secret Compartment Book box 19th Century 1817 decorative leather lovely binding Secret Compartment Book box 19th Century 1817 decorative leather lovely binding
$ 225.00

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19th Century Secret Compartment Book Box.
Book published 1817, Paris.

Attractive antiquarian full leather binding, smooth spine gilt tile lettering & compartment decorations, marbled edges.

Book is physically old and shows some signs of handling and time. 

Binding gently age worn but still appealing, front cover slightly bowed, leather and joints splitting and scuffed but still supple with covers well attached, small chipping to leather at head of spine, remains overall very bright and attractive as an object.

Interior leaves have been modified to turn the book into a classic secret compartment box, perfect for concealing valuables, gold coins, coded messages written in invisible ink, etc.

Still attractive on the shelf. Book box displays a pleasing and unique age patina and is in nice antiquarian condition, short splits at ends of joints, front cover still strongly attached, any age flaws seem easy to overlook or forgive. 

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Book Measures c. 8 1/4" H x 5 1/4" W.

[B8430].