This is a very unusual antique treen 'Go to Bed' (match box container). On the top of the box are two parallel discs:
The discs are covered in sand paper. The gap would allow the match-head to be inserted between the discs and then closed slightly to hold it in position. The match would then be pulled out, creating the friction which would light it.
The scalloped edged lid unscrews for storage of the matches. There is also striker paper recessed into the base. 
This Go to Bed measures 10cm h x 5cm w.
The first match boxes were designed to hold a bottle of Sulphuric Acid in the centre with Potassium Chlorate coated matches around the edge. These matches would ignite when dipped in the acid.
 By the 1830s, friction matches had taken their place, and hence, there was no need for acid. The boxes changed style to have single compartments with an external striker. The bottom of the box would have glass paper recessed into the bottom, or the base would have grooved circular lines to create friction. Very occasionally, there was a third design made by Berry, a similar example of which is photographed here. On the top of the box are two parallel discs:. The discs are covered in sand paper. The gap would be opened to allow the match-head to be inserted between the discs and then closed slightly to hold it in position. The match would then be pulled out, creating the friction which would light it