1940’s Egyptian Cigarette Tin Old Hinged Box Melachrino Unique Rare Weighted Lid

Very old unique and aesthetic Egyptian cigarette tin. Melachrino means ‘dark skinned’ in Greek (I’m Greek). General shelf wear as well as color wear and scratches, some color fading. Hinges work fine. Closes fine. Enlarge all photos as they’re an integral part of this box’s condition. Yes, she went to Egypt when she married in 1951. They had a 6 month honeymoon traveling Europe. She collected boxes in her travels. Measures about 10” across, 1 1/2”tall and 3” deep.