shadow box

Other forms: shadow boxes

Definitions of shadow box
  1. noun
    a shallow rectangular box with a transparent front used to protect and display small items (jewelry, coins, etc.)
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    type of:
    box
    a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid
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