Antique Ormolu Jewellery Casket: Ruine Kynast Bevelled Glass Trinket Box

A Belle Époque souvenir square ormolu and bevelled‑glass jewellery casket on decorative feet with a sepia landmark view beneath the thick bevelled lid: “Ruine Kynast” (Chojnik Castle) in the Riesengebirge/Giant Mountains.

The gilt‑brass frame shows fine lace‑work cresting and mitred bevelled side panes.

Inside, the original pale‑green tufted cushion remains plush; the inner lid retains its period label, “Andenken an das Riesengebirge” (Souvenir of the Giant Mountains). Beautifully displayable and ready for a ring or keepsake.

Details
Period: c. 1895–1915 (Belle Époque/Edwardian)

Landmark: Ruine Kynast (Chojnik Castle), Riesengebirge/Karkonosze

Materials: Ormolu (gilt brass), thick bevelled glass lid and sides, fabric cushion, paper label with glass cover

Dimensions: 6 cm (L) x 6 cm (W) x 7 cm (H)

Features: Hinged lid with curled tab; four feet; mitred bevelled side panels; original tufted cushion; labelled inner lid

Condition
Good antique condition with honest patina.

Small edge chip to the rear side panel (see close‑up); light rubbing to gilt and minor surface scuffs to glass from age.

Cushion is plush with slight, even fading. Image under the bevelled lid remains crisp; hinge and clasp sound.

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Care
Clean exterior glass lightly with a soft, dry or barely damp microfiber cloth. Avoid moisture near the image and cushion. Do not polish the metal—its patina is desirable.

Shipping
Tracked, well‑packed and insured