Etui
from the Antique Jewelry University
A small case containing miniature implements to perform household tasks. These cases are ornamental, sometimes whimsical and primarily for women. They contained miniature items including, but not limited to, scissors, thimble, bodkin and needles, pencil and ivory writing tablet and a small knife. They were also for made for men to carry watches, keys and seals. They were often worn on a chatelaine.