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Mid-century cast metal souvenir trinket box from Athens, Greece, constructed of a brass or bronze alloy. The exterior hinged lid features an embossed relief of the Acropolis labeled and GREECE. The interior lid displays a relief of the Temple of Olympian Zeus labeled ΝΑΟΣ Ο. ΔΙΟΣ. The exterior base includes a Greek anthemion motif finished with cold-painted enamel detailing in blue and red. It rests on four scalloped cabriole legs.
1 lb 5.6 oz
3.5\" W x 5\" L x 2\" H
Hinges are fully functional. The exterior cold-painted red and blue enamel is intact. The unlined bare metal interior shows surface wear, natural patina, and oxidation consistent with age and cast metal construction.
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