Tobacco Box In A Ram's Horn Scotland Late 19th Century

Tobacco box made from a ram's horn, Scottish origin, late 19th century. This table box was used to store precious snuff. This model, certainly unique, was made by/or for its owner whose activity as a sailor is beyond doubt. The hinged silver lid has a boat in its center serving as a push button; hammering simulates the waves around the boat while the edge is decorated with a frieze of flowers and leaves. Four punches appear under the lid that I have not been able to decipher. A naval cross is fixed on the horn below the lid, it has two rings, which could be connected to the hook folded a little further away... Forgive me, I am not a specialist in this type of object. A curved rectangular plate is also fixed on the horn, probably to engrave a name, a motto?.... The pointed end of the horn is decorated with pretty work engraved with foliage and thistle flowers. The thistle flower is the emblematic flower of Scotland. Fun fact (thanks Internet): Did you know? The thistle first appeared as a royal symbol on silver coins issued by King James III in 1470. The Latin motto of the Order of the Thistle is Nemo me impune lacessit, which means "no one attacks me with impunity". I do not guarantee the metal of the coins which may be in silver or silver plated metal. The horn has been lacquered black, scattered wear clearly visible, but beautiful patina overall. Please note: beautiful collector's item. Delivery: €10 for mainland France.