I saw this small circular wooden box and had to ask the dealer what it was. Inside the box was a smooth agate that had a tiny bowl-like center.
"Agate enhances mental function, improves concentration, enhances the perception and analytical abilities.
It is a soothing and calming gemstone that heals inner anger, anxiety and helps in the strengthening of relationships.
Physically, Agate addresses visual, digestive, and uterine functions." via wiki
The outer box and its lid were worn and oiled, that is why the wood is so dark, but it wasn't greasy.
My first clue, the dealer's stand, was so obvious that literally if it had been a snake it would have yelled out, "SERIOUSLY!"
Why this object jumped out at me is still a mystery that the brocante haunts, "Why to notice this and not that?"
Do you know what it is and or what it was used for?
Take a guess in the comment section. xx
Snuff box? (Although I really don't know.)
Posted by: Lil | 07 November 2021 at 02:14 AM
Corey,
You always find the most interesting things! Is it a watchmaker's oiler/oil holder?
Posted by: TMJ | 07 November 2021 at 02:16 AM
Opium box?
Posted by: Laurie SF | 07 November 2021 at 02:26 AM
Is it hold a ball bearing while it is being oiled?
Posted by: Irene Thomas | 07 November 2021 at 05:54 AM
I have absolutely no idea, and I can't wait to find out!!
Posted by: RebeccaNYC | 07 November 2021 at 06:18 AM
I believe it is used to hold a bar of soap.
Posted by: Wanda Patrick | 07 November 2021 at 06:32 AM
This is the box in which you put your prize marble, an "Aggie", so at least you won't lose all your marbles.
Posted by: Franki | 07 November 2021 at 08:21 AM
I really don't know but would love to know the answer.
Thanks for keeping us guessing.
Much love always
Jeanne
I loved reading about the agate stone.
Hugs
Posted by: Jeanne | 07 November 2021 at 08:50 AM
It almost looks like it might be a spare eyeball, but maybe a bit too big! I really want to know what it is now! Cheers Jennie, NZ
Posted by: Jennifer Phillipps | 07 November 2021 at 08:56 AM
Snuff Box
Posted by: Lynn | 07 November 2021 at 01:26 PM
I'm stumped.
Posted by: jackie | 07 November 2021 at 01:38 PM
For crushing pills.
Posted by: Jennie | 07 November 2021 at 02:22 PM
A safe place to put a lost tooth before the tooth fairy comes!
Posted by: Laura | 07 November 2021 at 02:38 PM
Storage for emergency chocolate
Posted by: Sue H | 07 November 2021 at 03:25 PM
It's a mold for making buttons
Posted by: Ed Schnurbusch | 07 November 2021 at 05:08 PM
It's what TMJ said....a watchmaker's oiler
Posted by: Ali Moss | 07 November 2021 at 05:36 PM
A 19th century contact lens holder?
Posted by: Diogenes | 07 November 2021 at 05:55 PM
My thoughts - this item has a medicinal aspect. Perhaps the idea was to rub the agate in order to liberate the healing aspects of the agate stone.
Anyway - that agate is a lovely stone.
Posted by: Fat Rabbit | 07 November 2021 at 06:05 PM
I think it is a well for mixing up small amounts of medicine and forming into tablets.
Posted by: Gretchen Seibert | 09 November 2021 at 01:33 AM