Vesta case - .800 silver

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An antique solid silver vesta case from France, circa 5.5 cm high, 3.2 cm wide, 1 cm deep and weighing 21 g, made of .800 silver, engraved with Art Nouveau chinoiserie on both sides, double-stamped with French boar’s head assay marks for .800 after 1838; good condition with small signs of ageing.

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A fine solid silver vesta case, measuring circa 5,5cm in height and weighing 21g, decorated with engraved Art Nouveau chinoiserie to both sides. Stamped to the rim twice with French boar´s head small item assay marks for .800 silver, after 1838.

Condition: A few bumps, nicks and scratches commensurate with age and use, see pictures.

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Era

1400-1900

Gross weight

21 g

Silver type

.800 silver

Country of origin

France

Material

Silver

Condition

Good condition - used with small signs of ageing

Height

5.5 cm

Width

3.2 cm

Depth

1 cm

Estimated period

1850-1900

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