The image displays a silver-plated figural toothpick holder, featuring a cherub or putto figure at the base supporting a cup with a decorative rim. These items were popular in the Victorian era and have been reproduced since. 

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Up for sale is a super pretty cat or kitten toothpick or match holder. It has a figural cat with its tail in the air alongside the holder. It has tarnished a bit since I purchased it, but I will leave any polishing up to the new owner.

Marked James W. Tufts Boston Quadruple plate and with some numbers. It is 2 1/4" tall.

Item id: Silver Cat Toothpick Holder            

 Key information:   

• It is likely a vintage or antique silver-plated toothpick holder, possibly of European origin. 

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• Similar items were made by various companies, including the VanBerch Co and Pairpoint.