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Edwardian Novelty Silver Pig Vesta Case
Charles Lloyd Antiques
for sale €1,112     $1,207
£950

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Edwardian Novelty Silver Pig Vesta Case

1900 - 1920
Description

A fine quality Edwardian novelty silver Vesta Case, made in the form of a standing Pig, the head hinging open to reveal a silver gilt interior.

By Cohen & Charles, Birmingham, 1908

In good condition with no damage or repair.

20.00 Grams (0.64 troy ounces)

Physical Dimensions
Height
3.5cm (1.38")
Width
5.7cm (2.24")
Depth
2.1cm (0.83")
Declaration

Charles Lloyd Antiques has dated this Silver Pig Vesta Case to the Edwardian era.

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SA1004658
Description
A fine quality Edwardian novelty silver Vesta Case, made in the form of a standing Pig, the head hinging open to reveal a silver gilt interior.

By Cohen & Charles, Birmingham, 1908

In good condition with no damage or repair.

20.00 Grams (0.64 troy ounces)

Height
3.5cm (1.38")
Width
5.7cm (2.24")
Depth
2.1cm (0.83")
Date of Manufacture

Charles Lloyd Antiques has dated this Silver Pig Vesta Case to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1004658
Charles Lloyd Antiques
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Specialists in antique jewellery, silver and objects of vertu

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A silver novelty vesta case crafted in the shape of a pig with textured bristle detailing and a hinged neck.
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Archive I A silver novelty vesta case crafted in the shape of a pig with textured bristle detailing and a hinged neck.

Edwardian Novelty Silver Pig Vesta Case

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Charles Lloyd Antiques
Telephone 07539 084186
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Shropshire
United Kingdom
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A silver novelty vesta case crafted in the shape of a pig with textured bristle detailing and a hinged neck.
Edwardian Novelty Silver Pig Vesta Case
Ref: SA1004658
A silver novelty vesta case crafted in the shape of a pig with textured bristle detailing and a hinged neck.
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FAQs

A vesta case, or match safe, is a compact container created to store friction matches securely while keeping them dry. Novelty examples from the late Victorian and Edwardian periods were fashioned into playful forms, such as animals or everyday items, serving as functional pocket accessories.

These pieces were typically cast or struck from sterling silver, nickel silver, or brass. They featured internal spring hinges to retain the closure and often incorporated a serrated or textured striking surface on the base or body.

Authentic period examples feature official British hallmarks denoting silver purity, the assay office mark, date letter, and makers initials. High quality hand-chasing, detailed surface finishing, and a smooth mechanical hinge further signal genuine early 20th-century craftsmanship.

Small silver curios can be displayed inside glass cabinets, arranged on brass valet trays, or positioned as accent pieces on a study desk. Their compact proportions make them suitable for shadow box framing or curio displays.

Silver accessories should be wiped periodically with a dry, soft microfibre cloth and cleaned gently with specialized silver polish to remove tarnish. Avoid harsh chemical immersion liquids and abrasive pads that could remove surface chasing or natural patina.
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