Sterling Silver presentation case engraved on top, "Robt. A. Pinkerton New York to Capt. I. W. Lees San Francisco April 4th 1897." Robert A. Pinkerton was the son of Allan Pinkerton who created Pinkerton National Detective Agency in 1850 which was a precursor for the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Robert A. Pinkerton was co-Director of Pinkerton National Detective Agency. The case was presented to Isaiah Wrigley Lees who was San Francisco Captain of Detectives for over 40 years and retired as Chief of Police in 1900. William Pinkerton called Captain Isaiah Lees, "The greatest criminal catcher the west has ever known." The case measures 3.25" long by 1.75" wide and 1" tall. Case was made in Birmingham, England and weighs 2.02 Troy Oz.This lot may be picked up free of charge from our facilities in Sacramento, CA. Processing and shipping within the Continental US $30.00. All FedEx packages are sent with Direct Signature Required and insured at full replacement value for a fee of 1.5% of the purchase price, unless buyer accepts complete liability in writing. Discounts given on combined lot shipping. Overall good condition. Please see photos.