These boxes are completely hand made in Russia of wood and straw. Look what kind of skill is involved in this work!!!! Each piece of straw is hand cut and glued on the wooden surface by the Russian artist. Can you imagine how much time was spent to make this box? The boxes come in many shapes, sizes and designs. The interior of the boxes is beautifully lined with different color fabric. You can use it for jewelry or any other purposes. These boxes are wonderful gifts for any occasion. Also, they are very collectible because they were made in USSR.