Antique Unique Royal Flying Corp Cigarette Case Sterling Silver/Gold/Enamel1900

Description

All items listed have been purchased/found at Estate Sales, auctions, yard sales etc... Many of these items are antique/vintage, and have aged with time. However with a little care, you can give a second life to these beautiful pieces.
All items are sold as is.
Antique
Museum
Quality
Unique Piece of Royal British Air Force History
Sterling Silver Cigarette Case with 9k Gold Shield and Monogram of Pilot Initials "SBH"
Left Corner Hold Sterling Silver Badge with Enamel of Royal Flying Corps.
Authentic Hallmarks Inside & Outside in Great Condition
by Henry Matthews, Birmingham.  Year 1900
Case has two small holes one on the top left and top right corners - maybe used to for a chain?
*Has the word "BABE" craved inside cover with a knife possibly* (see picture)
Weight - 79.1 g.
Dimension
- 3 1/8'' x 2 1/2''
(Not 100% sure if the elastic cigarette band is the original)
I have not polished/cleaned this case as to not alter its appearance/condition for the new owner.
VERY GOOD CONDITION FOR THE AGE
PLEASE SEE PICTURES AND ASK QUESTIONS!!!