A hinged silver box of hexagonal form with a slightly domed cover. Decorated with intricate repousse. The cover with a pierced design of birds among flowers and leafy branches against a 'cracked ice' background. The sides decorated with flower blossoms and leafy branches. The base with a 'Da Fu' hallmark. Probably China or Vietnam, late Qing to early Republic period. Length (max) c.8cm. Height c. 3.5 cm. Weight approximately 92gms. In very good condition with only minor signs of usage/wear.