Antique primitive tin nutmeg grater! 
Nice antique primitive tin nutmeg or spice grater in great all original patina & condition.
There is a hinged lid storage compartment at the top to hold a nutmeg.
This is a very nice usable item for your country kitchen.
The tin grater is about 5" long and has a good mellow used patina.
Has a small dent in top which is seen in photo but still shuts.