Victorian Silver "Go To Bed" Matchbox animal jewellery I believe the piece depicts

I believe the piece depicts the nine Classical Muses: a Lyre for Epic Poetry (Calliope)

this piece was most likely intended as a cabinet piece

the first letter of each stone spells out a secret acrostic message: REGARD

but we think it looks great paired with a chain and worn as a pendant

Victorian Silver "Go To Bed" Matchbox animal jewellery I believe the piece depictsDATE: Victorian, 1901 A cool antique "Go To Bed" match box with miniature candlestick holder on the top. It's designed to be carried up to bed, to give you a little bit of light as you get in. The candlestick holder catches any ash to keep your bedside table clean and safe. It's made from sterling silver and wood, and dates from the year 1901. MEASUREMENTS 8. 4 x 4. 1 x 2. 5cm WEIGHT 52. 1g MARKS English hallmarks for Sterling Silver, Birmingham 1901