Vesta case - .900 silver - Vesta case

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Chiara Scotto Pasanisi dei Foscarini
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Holds master’s in art business and decorative arts; exhibited at TEFAF Maastricht.

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A Victorian sterling silver vesta case, hallmarked Birmingham 1898 by Hilliard & Thomason, in excellent condition, measuring 5 cm high, 3 cm wide and 2 cm deep with a gilded interior and a base striker.

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A fine antique Victorian sterling silver vesta case, fully hallmarked for Birmingham 1898 and produced by Hilliard & Thomason.

The case has a clean, classic rectangular form with rounded edges and a hinged lid, which opens and closes. The interior retains its original gilded finish, and the base features the traditional striker for matches. The front is engraved with an elegant period monogram, adding to its historical character.

Condition: good antique condition, with light surface wear and scratches consistent with age and use. The hinge is in good working order, and the lid closes securely. No major dents or damage.

A charming and practical late Victorian silver piece, over 125 years old, ideal for collectors of antique silver or small functional objects.

A fine antique Victorian sterling silver vesta case, fully hallmarked for Birmingham 1898 and produced by Hilliard & Thomason.

The case has a clean, classic rectangular form with rounded edges and a hinged lid, which opens and closes. The interior retains its original gilded finish, and the base features the traditional striker for matches. The front is engraved with an elegant period monogram, adding to its historical character.

Condition: good antique condition, with light surface wear and scratches consistent with age and use. The hinge is in good working order, and the lid closes securely. No major dents or damage.

A charming and practical late Victorian silver piece, over 125 years old, ideal for collectors of antique silver or small functional objects.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Victorian
Gross weight
21 g
Silver type
.900 silver
Specific region of origin
Birmingham
Title additional information
Vesta case
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Material
Silver
Style
Antique
Colour
Silver
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
5 cm
Width
3 cm
Depth
2 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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