Stunning modern design - absolutely finest quality.
Magnificent sterling silver covered cup / jewelry box.
Germany, circa middle of 20th century. 
Beautiful modern design - combination of silver and b0ne.
Ball shaped shaft and finial are carved from b0ne.
(carved from domestic animal cattle b0ne - mentioned to comply with ebay policy).
Cattle is a large domestic farm animal kept for their milk or meat. This animal is not threatened or endangered or protected by cites, the endangered species act, or any other state, federal, or international laws. It is legal to sell this item and this listing follows ebay rules.
Fantastic quality - heavy weight. 
Marked under the base with german silver hallmarks, maker's mark, 925.
Also marked "handarbeit" (handcraft in english). 
Easily comes apart for cleaning.
  Size:
About 7 7/8 in. (20 cm) high including finial. 
About 5 7/16 in. (13.8 cm) diameter without the lid.
  Weight:
Total weight is about 695 grams - feels very heavy.
Silver weight is about 18.6 troy oz. - 580 grams.
  Condition:
Very good original vintage condition with minor charming indication of age. 
Light normal handling marks - mentioned for 100% accuracy. 
Expected minor stable age carcks to b0ne elements - nothing more than charming indication of age, doesn't effect apperance or functionality.
Absolutely no problems or repairs. 
Very difficult to photograph item - all dark spots that appear in pictures is just a reflection.