Titre : Vesta Case / Boîte à Allumettes - Argent Massif - Birmingham 1902 - 22g ​Description : ​Belle boîte à allumettes "Vesta Case" d’époque Edwardienne en argent massif (.925). ​Détails : ​Origine : Angleterre, Birmingham. ​Année : 1902 (Poinçon lettre "c"). ​Orfèvre : John Grinsell & Sons (Marque JG & S). ​Poids : 22 grammes. ​Décoration : Superbe gravure manuelle de volutes et feuillages. Cartouche central vierge (possibilité de faire graver des initiales). ​État : Très bon état de conservation pour un objet de 124 ans. Le couvercle ferme parfaitement avec un bon "clic". Poinçons très nets et lisibles (Lion passant, Ancre, Lettre date). ​Idéal pour collectionneur d'argenterie ou objet de vitrine. ​Envoi soigné via Mondial Relay ou remise en main propre. A beautiful and classic Edwardian sterling silver Vesta case (matchsafe), featuring intricate hand-engraved foliate scrollwork. This piece was manufactured by the renowned silversmiths John Grinsell & Sons in 1902. ​Design & Details: ​Decoration: Both sides are decorated with deep, crisp foliate engravings. The front features a "vacant cartouche" (shield), allowing for a future owner to add their own initials if desired. ​Construction: Equipped with a secure suspension loop for attachment to an Albert watch chain. The lid remains tight with a good snap, and the striker plate on the base is in excellent condition. ​Hallmarks: Fully hallmarked on the interior rim with the Maker’s Mark ‘JG & S’, the Anchor (Birmingham), the Lion Passant (Sterling Silver), and the date letter ‘c’ (1902). ​Condition Report: The item is in very good antique condition. The hallmarks are exceptionally clear and crisp. There are no major dents or repairs; only light surface wear and a natural patina consistent with its 124-year age. Please note i am not an expert so information given is correct to the best of my knowledge. Weights and dimensions are approximate.