Original British Early 18th Century Officer’s Sweetheart Enameled Copper Patch Box - circa 1800 Martini-Henry Rifle when the trigger is pulled

when the trigger is pulled

with only small areas of finish damage

The projection that was used cut off portions of the Southern Hemisphere at the latitude of Argentina

and the screws holding the top cover on are missing

Original British Early 18th Century Officer’s Sweetheart Enameled Copper Patch Box - circa 1800 Martini-Henry Rifle when the trigger is pulledOriginal Item: Only One Available. This gorgeous small enameled copper HEART SHAPED box with what was gilt brass frame was intended for cheek patches that were then very much en vogue, or other such like accessories. The hinged cover showing enamel Man o War that appears to have a U. S. flag displayed, interestingly perhaps being flown incorrectly upside down. The enamel worker's error perhaps. Perhaps dating to the Revolutionary War or more likely