Antique Victorian Era Banded Agate Writer's Wax Seal or Sceau, Ornate Monogram pansy Even though the lock plate

Even though the lock plate is unmarked on this one

certainly one from her lover

indicative of light use in their 100+ years

The interior is gorgeous

There is some slight exterior surface scuffing and wear to the gilding on the 'rope' lid border

Antique Victorian Era Banded Agate Writer's Wax Seal or Sceau, Ornate Monogram pansy Even though the lock plateWonderful antique Victorian or Napoleon III era banded agate & ormolu writer's wax seal or sceau, a crisp wheel cut handle with unique shape! From a time before postage stamps, or very nearly so, when a letter folded in on itself and was sealed against prying eyes by sealing wax. The impression of the monogram seal was pressed into the hot wax as it cooled, to confirm the sender's seal in place. The note might have held arrangements for a meeting with