This is a lovely Tunbridge Ware pocket watch stand. Inlaid on the front with geometric triangles to give a striking effect. The back section has a key which unlocks both the front and back  panels enabling you to put your pocket watch on the stand. The interior is lined with velvet.
The stand measures 9cm w x 8cm h at the tallest part. The aperture for the pocket watch is approx 4cm w.
c1840