Is there a way to re-energize ceder smell?

Question

My wife has an old cedar jewelry box that she got from her Grandmother and it has lost it's scent. She is distraught- as this smell brings back fond memories of her childhood. Is there a way to bring back the scent? Heat? Thank-you for your help.

Answer 1

If it is truely aromatic cedar, you can lightly sand with maybe a 180 grit sandpaper and this should open up the wood.  

Answer 2

get some cedar chips and put them in sachet (cloth bag) drop them into the chest walla the smells back!

Answer 3

maybe try cedar fragrance oil on a cotton ball.....