Stone Trinket box with precious stone inlays

This is an Anglo-Raj style Pietra Dura stone trinket box, handcrafted with semi-precious stone inlays. Essential CharacteristicsMaterials: It features a natural stone base (often soapstone or marble) with a distinct wavy, scalloped edge. Inlay Work: The top lid displays a floral design inset with contrasting materials, typically including mother-of-pearl and jasper. Origin: This style of stone inlay artistry, known as parchin kari or pietra dura, is famously practiced in Agra, India (the same technique used on the Taj Mahal).