With its leather and gold plates, is this a typical find in the local antique store or is this the case of treasure? The story of this antique object is sure for embarking inquiry.

What is the function of this find? X marks the spot…
With its leather and gold plates, is this a typical find in the local antique store or is this the case of treasure? The story of this antique object is sure for embarking inquiry.

What is the function of this find? X marks the spot…
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I think it might be an ice box / cooler.
I'm guessing this is a portable bar. Maybe there is a shaker & the goods to create a cocktail on the go.
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I'm going to have to say it's a safe. If it's not a safe, it should be a safe. That'd be pretty cool.
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Looks like an antique tea caddy. As tea was a preciou commodity, it was often kept under lock and key.