What-is-it question CXLIX.

[2209patrick]

This sterling item is hallmarked M&C, Birmingham, 1911.
It is 9 inches ( 22.86 cm.) long.

What was it used for ?

Here's a clue: the bonnet held something too.



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[Granmaa]

A cigar car?

Miles
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[2209patrick]

Well done Miles.

Yes, it holds twelve cigars. I'm assuming they are in tubes.
The bonnet holds the matches.
Patent Office Design Registry Number 577091.

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