A sterling silver tobacco pot. This very beautifully made pot is very tactile in the hand and great to keep your smoking requirements. The box is designed in a classic oval shape and is quite deep, although not altogether very large, measuring just 2.7 inches in length. The lid to the pot lifts up in a classic way with piano style hinge. It is a thick gauge of sterling silver employed throughout, with gilt wash interior which not only looks fabulous but also helps protect the metal from reacting to the contents once filled. The lid has a firm seal once closed, which will prevent the contents from drying out too quickly.

On the exterior of the opening lid part of the case is a wonderfully embellished insignia of the Danish Royal Navy. At the foot of the crown of the anchor is hand engraved with the date "9th May 1908". Although nothing historical can be labeled for this exact date there was the launch of the HDMS Peder Skram on May 2nd. So, perhaps there is some association with this ship.

The Herluf Trolle class was built in response to a naval construction program in neighboring Imperial Germany.Launched at Copenhagen’s Naval Dockyard in 1908, Peder Skram was among the final generation of Danish armored coastal defense ships. Built in steel with commanding turrets and balanced proportions, she embodied the precision and restraint of early 20th-century Danish naval design. Though never called to battle, her presence reflected a nation’s quiet resolve and enduring mastery of maritime craftsmanship—where strength and elegance met in perfect measure. She was sunk in 1943 during W.W2..

Founded in the early 16th century, the Danish Royal Navy stands as one of the world’s oldest continuous maritime forces—a reflection of Denmark’s deep and enduring relationship with the sea. Rooted in the age of wooden warships and empire, it once projected power across the North and Baltic Seas, safeguarding the kingdom’s trade routes and colonies. From the era of King Christian IV’s grand fleet—built to rival Europe’s finest—to the stoic defense during the Napoleonic Wars and beyond, the Navy has remained a symbol of craftsmanship, innovation, and quiet resilience. Today, it upholds those same traditions with a modern fleet, balancing heritage and technology with the understated precision that has long defined Danish design and seamanship.

The piece was made in Copenhagen, Denmark circa 1908. It was made by A.E. Eddelien.Pieces by Eddelien can often be identified by the three-tower mark of Copenhagen, along with the assay mark for the time period. The Danish silversmith's were a well known company making a large variety of silver accessories and home goods. it is signed on both the inside of the lid, and the base of the box.

Overall, this charming little piece of Danish naval history is a wonderful fit as a pill box for anyone with a keen fondness for Maritime history or sailing and the ocean. The case is in excellent overall condition.