2.25x3-3/8x2.5" tall (to top of Cowardly Lion figural lid handle) brass hinged-lid jewelry box. Among the first Oz novelties, these jewelry boxes were presented to female patrons of the 100th performance of "The Wizard Of Oz" musical, which opened at New York City's Majestic Theatre on Jan. 21, 1903. The cast featured David Montgomery, Fred Stone, Anna Laughlin, Arthur Hill, Bessie Wynn and Grace Kimball. The musical was produced by Fred Hamlin w/music by Paul Tietjens. Underside of box has raised "Majestic Theatre - 100th Performance - Wizard Of Oz - Wednesday April 15, 1903" text and features "JB 827" maker's mark. This musical was the longest-running show of the decade, w/293 performances. We have found evidence via the example in the Library of Congress that these boxes were lined w/red velvet, but this example shows no trace of it. Lid features figural Cowardly Lion handle. Lid and four main sides have aged and have darkened patina. Underside and interior retains bright brass luster. Undersides of feet and raised edges/corners shows some lt. wear. Fine overall. Rare and first we've offered in our 47 years. An outstanding Oz rarity.