John Henry Hill

English sterling silver cigar compendium.

• Made by John Henry Hill in London.
• Plain rectangular shape and straight sides with squared hinged handles on each side.
• Lined with mahogany, and partitions are adjustable and removable.
• Two compartments in either side at the front for smaller cigars or cigarettes, and in the center contains three matching and numbered sterling silver ash trays, a double-ended sterling cigar cutter, a piercer and a striking plate for matches.
• The interior of the lid and hinged front folding panel are lemon gilded which prevent tarnishing.
• There are a series of hallmarks throughout the piece denoting the sterling silver content and maker's stamp.