Matchbox holder (2) - zink - Pewter Matchbox Holder
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Norwegian zinc matchbox holder from the 1950s to 1960s, in good condition with two objects."
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Norwegian Pewter Matchbox Holder – "Perletinn" by Oslo Metall – Norway – Mid-20th Century
A decorative desk matchbox holder, made of high-quality solid pewter, by the renowned Norwegian manufacturer Oslo Metall. The piece belongs to the famous Scandinavian design line "Perletinn", notable for its textured geometric finish, made using the metal hammering technique.
Origin: Norway.
Manufacturer: Oslo Metall (fully marked on the base).
Authenticity: Features both the official stamp engraved directly into the metal ("Perletinn") and the perfectly preserved original factory label ("Guaranteed Pewter - Oslo Metall - Norway").
Design: Rustic-modernist style with a decorative openwork front insert (with a bone/celluloid look) and special side cutouts for lighting matches without removing the box from the holder.
Metal quality: The factory stamp guarantees a purity of 93% pure tin, the maximum premium quality standard for pewter objects (toxic lead-free).
General condition: Good, the piece is extremely well preserved. The metal has a superb natural patina, without bends, cracks or constructive repairs.
Important note for shipping: For safety reasons and in accordance with international courier regulations regarding flammable materials, the holder will be delivered without matches (completely empty).
A true Scandinavian collector's item, of exceptional quality, ideal to decorate an elegant desk
Norwegian Pewter Matchbox Holder – "Perletinn" by Oslo Metall – Norway – Mid-20th Century
A decorative desk matchbox holder, made of high-quality solid pewter, by the renowned Norwegian manufacturer Oslo Metall. The piece belongs to the famous Scandinavian design line "Perletinn", notable for its textured geometric finish, made using the metal hammering technique.
Origin: Norway.
Manufacturer: Oslo Metall (fully marked on the base).
Authenticity: Features both the official stamp engraved directly into the metal ("Perletinn") and the perfectly preserved original factory label ("Guaranteed Pewter - Oslo Metall - Norway").
Design: Rustic-modernist style with a decorative openwork front insert (with a bone/celluloid look) and special side cutouts for lighting matches without removing the box from the holder.
Metal quality: The factory stamp guarantees a purity of 93% pure tin, the maximum premium quality standard for pewter objects (toxic lead-free).
General condition: Good, the piece is extremely well preserved. The metal has a superb natural patina, without bends, cracks or constructive repairs.
Important note for shipping: For safety reasons and in accordance with international courier regulations regarding flammable materials, the holder will be delivered without matches (completely empty).
A true Scandinavian collector's item, of exceptional quality, ideal to decorate an elegant desk
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
0 g
Title additional information
Pewter Matchbox Holder
Number of objects
2
Country of origin
Norway
Material
zink
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
0 cm
Width
0 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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