Had some left over from the last few projects....some 3/4" and some 1/2" x 8" wide clear poplar....
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Had to make do with out any hinges...bead details hide a secret...
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Look for a 45 degree saw cut.....
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Hand cut through dovetails on the corners. Bead details were with a Stanley #45 using a single bead #23 cutter
Bottom is 1/2" thick Poplar, rebated to fit into 1/4" deep grooves. Same grooves the lid slides in. Couple of coats of Amber Shellac.
Close the lid, and hopefully the joint disappears..
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Just cleaning out the cut-off bin....