Vintage from the 40's, Siam became Thailand in 1948, gorgeous Siam sterling silver hinged pill box with fabulous detailed etched royal blue enameled Wat Arun landscape design, measures 1 1/2" long by 1" wide, weighs 11.6 grams. Description of structure:
Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan (Thai: วัดอรุณราชวราราม ราชวรมหาวิหาร About this soundpronunciation (help·info) or Wat Arun (Thai pronunciation: [wát ʔarun], "Temple of Dawn") is a Buddhist temple (wat) in Bangkok Yai district of Bangkok, Thailand, on the Thonburi west bank of the Chao Phraya River. The temple derives its name from the Hindu god Aruna,[1] often personified as the radiations of the rising sun. Wat Arun is among the best known of Thailand's landmarks. retailer The first light of the morning reflects off the surface of the temple with pearly iridescence.[2] Although the temple had existed since at least the seventeenth century, its
distinctive prang (spire) was built in the early nineteenth century during the reigns of Rama II and Rama III.
This interesting pill box is in great condition. From a pet free, smoke free, home.
Product code: Vintage Siam Sterling Pill Box Etched Landscape retailer Blue Enamel Wat Arun