19th century, the first with inlaid brass ornaments (possibly Masonic) and marked "Bruce," with bail handles, hinged lid, open interior (6.5 x 10.5 x 8.5 in.); the second with raised panel design, open interior (4.75 x 13 x 12 in.).

Collection of a Lady, Raleigh, North Carolina

Both lacking keys; brass inlays with some lifting and corrosion; both a nice old dark mellow patina.