Hi George, Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is: An antique Napoleon III rosewood and mother of pearl parquetry and marquetry veneered and brass inlaid watch box French, late 19th Century Of rectangular section with rounded corners, the top parquetry veneered in rosewood and mother of pearl with banded border, the case sides with marquetry veneers, the hinged lid opening to a lined blue velvet interior with metal fixture, the front of the box with small brass pull. 1-3/4 inches high, 2-1/2 inches wide, 3 inches deep CONDITION: This box appears to be in generally good condition with wear commensurate to age and use. PROVENANCE: unknown $300-500* *represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary. Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, or questions/concerns, and thank you again for using Mearto. ~ Delia
