A very fine English Regency Tea caddy, circa 1825, in very good condition, normal wear consistent with age, Over 100 years old. The box measures 4.25" X 3" X 3.25" The word Tea Caddy is believed to be derived from catty, the Chinese pound, equal to about a pound and a third avoirdupois. The earliest examples that came to Europe were of Chinese porcelain, and approximated in shape to the ginger-jar. They had lids or stoppers likewise of china, and were most frequently blue and white. Until about 1800 they were called tea canisters rather than caddies. IMPORTANT :::: This Tortoiseshell Box / Caddy has it's CITES papers. This states that the box is over 100 years old and was not made from any natural, plant or animal material that was considered, or proven to be in any way an endangered species at the time of its construction. This item is perfectly legal to sell and be purchased, and would have no problem being shipped in the United States of America, it's territories or any other country in the world. All state and federal documentation and certificates required by law for commercial sale, import or export, have been obtained for this item. Proper legal paperwork will be included with it at shipment. $3,500. + shipping.