The Firenze Jewelry Box - Burgundy is a treasure chest ideal for all of her favorite possessions. This chest-shaped jewelry box is covered in genuine burgundy leather and features a carrying handle on top which is accented by gold-tone hardware that matches the clasp and tassel key lock on the front. Open the lid of the box and the tray and drawer open automatically. Inside the lid you`ll find a mirror along with four necklace hooks with a shirred catch pocket to prevent tangling.This jewelry bo x is divided into two separate sections inside. On the left you`ll find two storage compartments (one with a lid) and earring cards as well as two drawers adorned with gold-toned drawer pulls. One of the drawers is open inside while the other has a s ection divider to create two compartments. On the right hand side of the box a drop-down ring section features a quilted lining and a total of seven ring rolls providing luxurious storage for plenty of rings.The lining of the Firenze Jewelry Box - Bu rgundy is done by hand using sand sueded fabric that contrasts beautifully with the richness of the burgundy leather. This box arrives in a signature logo bag and gift box ideal for giving. About MeleEmidio Mele an Italian immigrant to the United Sta tes came to New York City in 1896 and learned to make jewelry boxes as an apprentice before founding Mele Manufacturing in 1912. He began by designing and building elegant displays for jewelry store windows. His jewelry box making business grew throu ghout the 1900s responding to demands for boxes to hold Purple Hearts during WWII and developing as a popular household name for quality jewelry boxes. Today Mele Jewelry Box is known as the Mele Companies which encompass various divisions under the Mele name. Now based in Utica N.Y. Mele still upholds the family atmosphere on which it was founded and remains America`s foremost name in jewelry cases