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Beautiful and unusual set of 3 vintage wooden heart boxes from Switzerland, each containing a miniature wooden book.
According to the original handwritten provenance accompanying the collection, these three wooden heart boxes with wooden books were from Switzerland and were associated with a Christmas 1987 trip to Germany and surrounding areas.
Each round wooden box features a raised red wooden heart marked “’87”, making the three-piece group especially distinctive.
Included
* 3 matching round wooden heart boxes
* Each box contains a miniature wooden book
* Wooden pages connected with cord
* Colorful illustrated pages and sentimental messages
* All three boxes have the 1987 (“’87”) heart marking
Mini Books
The books contain charming hand-decorated illustrations and phrases relating to emotions and relationships, including:
* “I like you”
* “when you laugh”
* “when you are sad”
* “when you are angry”
* “when I don’t understand you”
Illustrations include a smiling sun, raindrops, lightning/thunder and a rainbow.
Provenance
An original handwritten note from the collection states:
“3 wooden Heart boxes with wooden books from Switzerland
Christmas 1987
Our trip to Germany, etc.”
A photo of this handwritten provenance is included in the listing.
Condition
All three boxes are in good vintage condition with expected signs of age and handling.
There are minor scratches, scuffs, marks and variations in the wood and painted surfaces. The miniature books show some light wear from age and use. The cord bindings remain intact.
Please review all photographs carefully for the exact condition.
These are vintage items and are being sold as pictured.
Approximate Size
Each round box measures approximately 4 inches across. Please see the ruler photo for scale.
A Unique Vintage European Keepsake
A charming and unusual collection for someone interested in vintage European souvenirs, Swiss folk crafts, handmade wooden items, miniature books, travel memorabilia or 1980s collectibles.
The three matching boxes, original 1987 markings and handwritten provenance make this a particularly appealing set.
You will receive all 3 wooden heart boxes with their miniature wooden books, as shown.
