Description: Edelweiss Boxes with Secret Openings – BookNewTowards the end of the 19th century,puzzle boxes became a popular souvenir in a number of touristdestinations around the world. Local woodworkers typically producedthe same trick box, without change, for generations. But around Lake Brienz inSwitzerland, it had a different fate. Many of these boxes had theEdelweiss flower as part of the decoration, hence the name. The boxeswere sold in various outlets around the Alps, mostly to visitors. This book is the first record of theamazing variety of boxes with secret openings that were createdthere, and of their various locking mechanisms.The book also contains a treasurehunt. The first person to solve it will receive a special Edelweissbox. The two authors are Dr Peter Hajekand Frans de Vreugd. Hardback, 223 x 223mm, 132 pages.Copiously illustrated in colour. Edelweiss Trick Matchbox..Vintage from the 1910s UsedA fantastic antique puzzle-box matchsafe featuring a carved Edelweiss floral design on the lid. The matchbox dates to the 1890's and was made in Switzerland. This box has atrick to opening - it has a two piece sliding lid with rotatingportion...there is a pin/peg inside that keeps it from opening unlessthe box is turned upside down.When the top panel of the lid isrotated out of the way, it reveals a striker for the matches. Whenthe box is full opened, there is storage for the matches themselves. The box measures 2 3/4" by 11/4" in size and 3/4" in thickness. No chips or cracks tothe wood or carving, no scuffs. The interior of the box is stillclean, as is the mica striker panel. Small black mark on panel,appears even with the wood when rubbed.
Price: 65 USD
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
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