London 1914 very unusual solid silver pipe and match stand by very famous makers GOLDSMITHS AND SILVERSMITHS CO. |
| London 1914 George V English hallmarked solid silver multiple pipe stand with integral match holder by very famous makers, Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Company.
This is a very high quality, beautifully made and unusual gift for the pipe smoker, or the collector of novelty silver. It would look lovely as a table or desk accessory.
Weighing a heavy 130 grams, it comprises an edged tray standing on ball feet, holding an integral cup for matches, and two shaped scroll footed wire racks meant to hold up to two pipes. (pipe illustrated is a hallmarked silver banded Peterson pipe listed for sale separately)
Also see listed sterling silver Dunhill pipe tool.
Size-5.6 inches long by 3.5 inches wide by 3.75 inches high.
An unusual item, by famous makers, in very good condition. |
Birmingham 1925 solid silver superior quality Art Deco period matchsafe by famous makers SAMPSON MORDAN AND CO. |
| Birmingham 1925 English hallmarked solid silver superior quality Art Deco period matchsafe by very famous makers Sampson Mordan and Co., makers of the finest goods.
Vesta cases and match safes are airtight cases made to contain short friction matches and keep them safe and dry. They were made in many materials, and some in precious metals like this one, sometimes with gilt linings, to protect against corrosion from the match heads. They were widely made and used from 1890-1920. Many had a loop attached, like this one, to attach to an albert chain. Now, they are very collectable and interesting small antique silver items, often used for pills, etc.
This example is engraved inside and out, and has tapered sides.
Weight-50 grams.
Size-2.5 inches by 1.75 inches.
A superior example in excellent condition.
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Late 19thC convex silverplate vesta matchsafe from the family of the explorer Joseph Flint. |
| Late 19th century silver plate vesta or matchsafe with curved back, and striker to lower edge.
The case is engraved C. Flint, from the family of the explorer, Joseph Flint.
Silver plate is worn, but the vesta is otherwise in very good condition, with strong closure and no bruising.
Vesta cases are airtight cases made to contain short friction matches and keep them safe and dry. They were made in many materials, and some in precious metals like this one, usually with gilt linings, to protect against corrosion from the match heads. They were widely made and used from 1890-1920. Many had a loop attached, like this one, to attach to an albert chain. Now, they are very collectable and interesting small antique silver items.
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Birmingham 1930 solid silver beautiful and intricately engraved matchsafe. |
| Birmingham 1930 beautifully engraved solid silver matchsafe of excellent quality.
Vesta cases and match safes are airtight cases made to contain short friction matches and keep them safe and dry. They were made in many materials, and some in precious metals like this one, usually with gilt linings, to protect against corrosion from the match heads. They were widely made and used from 1890-1920. Now, they are very collectable and interesting small antique silver items, used for pills, etc.
Of excellent quality, this match safe has all over hexagonal engraving, a vacant cartouche, and tapered edges. Also includes original matches.
Weight-40 grams.
Size-2.5 inches by 1.75 inches.
A lovely example in excellent condition. |
Birmingham 1903 larger sized vesta matchsafe. |
| Birmingham 1903 larger sized vesta or matchsafe with striker to bottom, and line engraving to both sides, made by A. and J. Zimmerman.
Vesta cases are airtight cases made to contain short friction matches and keep them safe and dry. They were made in many materials, and some in precious metals like this one, usually with gilt linings, to protect against corrosion from the match heads. They were widely made and used from 1890-1920. Many had a loop attached, like this one, to attach to an albert chain. Now, they are very collectable and interesting small antique silver items.
This case has been well loved, is in good condition but a bit worn, and priced accordingly.
Weight-30 grams.
Size-2 inches by 1.5 inches. |
19thC engraved vesta or matchsafe with unusual jade shamrock inserts. |
| 19th century unmarked engraved silver plate vesta matchsafe with unusual jade shamrock inserts. Remnants of original gilt to interior. Match strike to lower edge.
Vesta cases are airtight cases made to contain short friction matches and keep them safe and dry. They were made in many materials, and some in precious metals like this one, usually with gilt linings, to protect against corrosion from the match heads. They were widely made and used from 1890-1920. Many had a loop attached, like this one, to attach to an albert chain. Now, they are very collectable and interesting small antique silver items.
Size-1.75 inches by 1.4 inches.
This is a lovely and very unusual example in very good condition. |
Birmingham 1900 solid silver leaf and scroll engraved vesta matchsafe in very good condition. |
| Birmingham 1900 English hallmarked solid silver leaf and scroll engraved vesta matchsafe, with interesting diagonally seamed cover, and match strike to lower edge.
Vesta cases are airtight cases made to contain short friction matches and keep them safe and dry. They were made in many materials, and some in precious metals like this one, usually with gilt linings, to protect against corrosion from the match heads. They were widely made and used from 1890-1920. Many had a loop attached, like this one, to attach to an albert chain. Now, they are very collectable and interesting small antique silver items.
Size-1.75 inches by 1.1 inches.
Weight-20 grams.
Very good quality, with very hard to see line dent to back.
In very good condition.
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Birmingham 1904 solid silver oval engraved vesta or matchsafe. |
| Birmingham 1904 English hallmarked solid silver oval leaf engraved oval vesta matchsafe, with match strike to lower edge.
Vesta cases are airtight cases made to contain short friction matches and keep them safe and dry. They were made in many materials, and some in precious metals like this one, usually with gilt linings, to protect against corrosion from the match heads. They were widely made and used from 1890-1920. Many had a loop attached, like this one, to attach to an albert chain. Now, they are very collectable and interesting small antique silver items.
Size-1.75 inches by 1.4 inches.
In very good condition.
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Birmingham 1897 Victorian solid silver foliate engraved vesta or matchsafe. |
| Birmingham 1897 Victorian English hallmarked solid silver foliate engraved vesta matchsafe with curved back, and bright cutting, and with match strike to lower edge.
Made by Pledge and Sons.
The shape is meant to comfortably rest against the body in a vest pocket.
Vesta cases are airtight cases made to contain short friction matches and keep them safe and dry. They were made in many materials, and some in precious metals like this one, usually with gilt linings, to protect against corrosion from the match heads. They were widely made and used from 1890-1920. Many had a loop attached, like this one, to attach to an albert chain. Now, they are very collectable and interesting small antique silver items.
Weight- 25 grams.
Size- 1.75 inches by 1 3/8 inches.
In very good condition. |
Birmingham 1912 solid silver engraved and curved vesta or matchsafe in excellent condition. |
| Birmingham 1912 English hallmarked solid silver engraved and curved vesta matchsafe with line engraving, by William Hair Haseler, and with match strike to lower edge.
Vesta cases are airtight cases made to contain short friction matches and keep them safe and dry. They were made in many materials, and some in precious metals like this one, usually with gilt linings, to protect against corrosion from the match heads. They were widely made and used from 1890-1920. Many had a loop attached, like this one, to attach to an albert chain. Now, they are very collectable and interesting small antique silver items.
This shape, with curved back, was meant to fit comfortably into a vest pocket, curved into the body.
Weight- 25 grams.
Size- 1.5 inches by 1.5 inches.
Tight hinge closure and very clear hallmarks.
In excellent condition. |
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