Match holder - .925 silver - Match Safe
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Antique Birmingham sterling silver vesta case (match safe) in 925/000 silver, with engine-turned guilloché on both sides and a geometric border, hallmarked, measuring 6.5 by 5.0 cm and weighing 36.57 g, with hinged lid, secure clasp and integrated striker; in good condition.
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Antique Birmingham Sterling Silver 925/000 Vesta Case / Match Safe – Engine Turned – Hallmarked
Elegant antique sterling silver vesta case (match safe), crafted in Birmingham, England, with full British hallmarks. The case features a refined engine-turned guilloché decoration on both sides, framed by a geometric border that reflects the understated elegance of the Edwardian period.
Originally designed to carry matches safely in a pocket, it retains its hinged lid, secure clasp, and integrated striker on the base. Its clean lines and timeless design make it highly desirable for collectors of antique silver, tobacciana, and fine English accessories.
Height: 6.5x5.0cm
Weight: 36.57g
Good condition
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Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
Antique Birmingham Sterling Silver 925/000 Vesta Case / Match Safe – Engine Turned – Hallmarked
Elegant antique sterling silver vesta case (match safe), crafted in Birmingham, England, with full British hallmarks. The case features a refined engine-turned guilloché decoration on both sides, framed by a geometric border that reflects the understated elegance of the Edwardian period.
Originally designed to carry matches safely in a pocket, it retains its hinged lid, secure clasp, and integrated striker on the base. Its clean lines and timeless design make it highly desirable for collectors of antique silver, tobacciana, and fine English accessories.
Height: 6.5x5.0cm
Weight: 36.57g
Good condition
Sent via UPS with tracking number
Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
36.57 g
Silver type
.925 silver
Specific region of origin
Birmingham
Title additional information
Match Safe
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
6.5 cm
Width
5 cm
Depth
5 cm
Estimated period
1929
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