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Pocket Type Match Safes - Enamels RETURN TO POCKET TYPE PMSE-005 French Mailbox "Cupid and Lovers"   [+] Enlarge [+] Enlarge [+] Enlarge [+] Enlarge   IMSA #: PMSE-005 Estimated Date: c. 1900 Country of Origin: France Manufacturer: NA Catalog No.: NA Material: 900 silver with enamel decorations Markings: "900" silver mark Patent/Design No.: No Patent/Design Date: No Size (Inches): 1 7/8 x 1 1/4 Reverse: Cypher initials of the original owner. See above photos Description and Comments: This beautifully enameled art nouveau sterling safe was recently pictured in the October 2001 IMSA newsletter and is presumed to be of French origin. It is marked "900" and depicts two lovers looking into a reflection pond as Cupid stands close by. The lid is spring loaded and looks very much like a mailbox. Striker located at the bottom. Submitted By: Julie L.