Antique Sterling Needle Case. Offered today in auction is an elegant sterling needle case lined In velvet. I believe this may have been originally made for a small folding eyeglass case; however, I've use this beautiful case for my hand sewing and quilting needles for decades. It's ideal for this purpose. It measures about 2" X 4" roughly and feels very substantial to the hand. It opens and closes securely with no issues. It is marked STERLING on the edge of the case when opened. The engraving is very lovely as pictured. This will be the envy of your sewing friends !!GOOD LUCK !!