Vintage Wood Box Hinged Lid Latch Red Satin Lining Storage Silverware Religious

What do you think box originally held? Silverware? Religious statuary? Vintage wood box with hinged lid and latch, and lined in red satin. The bottom underneath has been heavily written on. Measures about 17.5 x 8 x 4 inches and weighs nearly 5 pounds with some dings, scratches, and chips. Please see all photos as they are a part of this item's description.