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When the railroad came to New Mexico in the 1880s, it brought with it tourists eager to purchase souvenirs to remind them of their adventure west. By the early 20^th century, Fred Harvey had built a chain of hotels along the railroad catering to the tourist trade.  This small pill box would have been found in a Fred Harvey gift shop. It is beautifully hand stamped and has well-crafted hinges and a tight clasp.

Read more about this pill box here.