Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this piece to the 1900s.
The other end of the vesta is hinged and opens to reveal a spring release sovereign holder. Both interior compartments are gilded and there is a hallmarked attaching ring for a fob chain to the top. A fine collector's item. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £10.00 UK
£18.00 Europe
£22.00 Outside Europe
Condition :- Excellent, with a good hinge to both compartments and no dents or splits.
Hallmarks :- Full set to body and part set to both parts of sovereign dispenser and lid interior.
Maker :- Henry Williamson Ltd.
Date :- Birmingham 1900.
Length :- 8 cms. (to top of ring).
Width :- 3.5 cms.
Depth :- 1.5 cms.
Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this piece to the 1900s.
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