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Lovely 9ct Gold Vesta Case Chester 1898 William Neale & Sons

19th century
Sold 17 March 2025 · Woodbridge Antiques
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A solid gold Victorian vesta case with Chester hallmarks. The vesta is a classic smoothly polished design no engraving and has a lovely subtle warm tone to the gold. The strike at the base is well defined with a good texture. A simple raised thumb catch help to ease the lid open, and the lid is spring loaded to snap back firmly with a satisfying click.

A lovely quality Victorian vesta case, and a great collectors piece.

 

Hallmarked inside the lip of the vesta for Chester, 1898 with makers mark for William Neale & Sons. The lid is hinged at one side and is also marked 375 for 9ct gold inside. There is a loop at one side for attachment.

 

Condition: In good antique condition. There is fine surface wear totally commensurate with age and one or two small slightly deeper scratches but only noticeable under scrutiny, mentioned for total accuracy.

 

Measurements: height: 3.7 cm Width: 2.4 cm Weight: 12.27 grams

Weights and measurements are approximate.

Date of Manufacture

Woodbridge Antiques has dated this 9ct Gold Vesta Case to the Victorian era.

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SA1114173
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41946
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A solid gold Victorian vesta case with Chester hallmarks.
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The vesta is a classic smoothly polished design no engraving and has a lovely subtle warm tone to the gold.
Woodbridge Antiques

The strike at the base is well defined with a good texture. A simple raised thumb catch help to ease the lid open, and the lid is spring loaded to snap back firmly with a satisfying click.

fig 1. A smooth rectangular 9ct gold vesta case featuring a hinged lid, a striker base, and an attachment loop on the side.
fig 1. Lovely 9ct Gold Vesta Case Chester 1898 William Neale & Sons

A lovely quality Victorian vesta case, and a great collectors piece.

 

Hallmarked inside the lip of the vesta for Chester, 1898 with makers mark for William Neale & Sons. The lid is hinged at one side and is also marked 375 for 9ct gold inside. There is a loop at one side for attachment.

fig 2. A smooth rectangular 9ct gold vesta case featuring a hinged lid, a striker base, and an attachment loop on the side.
fig 2. Lovely 9ct Gold Vesta Case Chester 1898 William Neale & Sons

 

Condition: In good antique condition. There is fine surface wear totally commensurate with age and one or two small slightly deeper scratches but only noticeable under scrutiny, mentioned for total accuracy.

 

Measurements: height: 3.7 cm Width: 2.4 cm Weight: 12.27 grams

Weights and measurements are approximate.

Date of Manufacture

Woodbridge Antiques has dated this 9ct Gold Vesta Case to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1114173
Dealers Internal Ref
41946
Woodbridge Antiques
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Archive I A smooth rectangular 9ct gold vesta case featuring a hinged lid, a striker base, and an attachment loop on the side. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Lovely 9ct Gold Vesta Case Chester 1898 William Neale & Sons

Archive II A smooth rectangular 9ct gold vesta case featuring a hinged lid, a striker base, and an attachment loop on the side. View II
Archive III A smooth rectangular 9ct gold vesta case featuring a hinged lid, a striker base, and an attachment loop on the side. View III
Archive IV A smooth rectangular 9ct gold vesta case featuring a hinged lid, a striker base, and an attachment loop on the side. View IV
Archive V A smooth rectangular 9ct gold vesta case featuring a hinged lid, a striker base, and an attachment loop on the side. View V
Archive VI A smooth rectangular 9ct gold vesta case featuring a hinged lid, a striker base, and an attachment loop on the side. View VI
Archive VII A smooth rectangular 9ct gold vesta case featuring a hinged lid, a striker base, and an attachment loop on the side. View VII
Archive VIII A smooth rectangular 9ct gold vesta case featuring a hinged lid, a striker base, and an attachment loop on the side. View VIII
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IP6 9AB
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A smooth rectangular 9ct gold vesta case featuring a hinged lid, a striker base, and an attachment loop on the side.
Lovely 9ct gold vesta case Chester 1898 William Neale & Sons
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A smooth rectangular 9ct gold vesta case featuring a hinged lid, a striker base, and an attachment loop on the side.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectVesta Cases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • Material9ct Gold
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsHinged lid, Striker base, Suspension loop

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A vesta case, also known as a matchsafe, is a small portable box designed to hold and protect safety matches during the 19th and early 20th centuries.

While base metals and silver were common, higher-end vesta cases were crafted from 9ct or 15ct gold, often featuring sterling silver linings or intricate engraved details.

Authentic pieces typically feature British hallmark stamps indicating the metal purity, assay office location, and date letter corresponding to the year of manufacture.

These small items can be displayed as decorative curiosities inside glass cabinets, placed upon a dressing table, or integrated into a curated mantelpiece display.

Preservation involves gentle dusting with a soft microfiber cloth and avoiding harsh chemical polishes that can wear away engravings or thin gold layers.
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