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Pretty Sterling Silver Vesta Case 1929 Antique Li or Il Intials
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Pretty Sterling Silver Vesta Case 1929 Antique Li or Il Intials

1900 - 1920
Sold 12 March 2025 · The Silver Squirrel
This “Pretty Sterling Silver Vesta Case 1929 Antique Li or Il Intials” found a buyer.

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A beautiful English antique solid sterling silver vesta case. It is hallmarked for Birmingham 1929 with the makers mark being JGLtd. It has been superbly designed being finely engraved the cartouche with the letters IL or LI. It is in superb condition being free from dings splits holes and repairs, the spring is strong. It measures approx. 2 inches (5.4cms) tall by 1.75 inches wide and weighs 25 grams. A very nice example.

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The Silver Squirrel has dated this Antique Silver Vesta Case to the 1920s.

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SA1115841
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34137
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A beautiful English antique solid sterling silver vesta case. It is hallmarked for Birmingham 1929 with the makers mark being JGLtd. It has been superbly designed being finely engraved the cartouche with the letters IL or LI. It is in superb condition being free from dings splits holes and repairs, the spring is strong. It measures approx. 2 inches (5.4cms) tall by 1.75 inches wide and weighs 25 grams. A very nice example.
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The Silver Squirrel has dated this Antique Silver Vesta Case to the 1920s.

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SA1115841
Dealers Internal Ref
34137
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An angled close-up view of an intricately engraved silver vesta case featuring scrolled patterns and a central monogram. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An angled close-up view of an intricately engraved silver vesta case featuring scrolled patterns and a central monogram. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Pretty Sterling Silver Vesta Case 1929 Antique Li or Il Intials

Archive II An angled close-up view of an intricately engraved silver vesta case featuring scrolled patterns and a central monogram. View II
Archive III An angled close-up view of an intricately engraved silver vesta case featuring scrolled patterns and a central monogram. View III
Archive IV An angled close-up view of an intricately engraved silver vesta case featuring scrolled patterns and a central monogram. View IV
Archive V An angled close-up view of an intricately engraved silver vesta case featuring scrolled patterns and a central monogram. View V
Archive VI An angled close-up view of an intricately engraved silver vesta case featuring scrolled patterns and a central monogram. View VI
Archive VII An angled close-up view of an intricately engraved silver vesta case featuring scrolled patterns and a central monogram. View VII
Archive VIII An angled close-up view of an intricately engraved silver vesta case featuring scrolled patterns and a central monogram. View VIII
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The Silver Squirrel
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Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/thesilversquirrel
Verified Since Jun 2021
Items For Sale 142
Items Sold 2,800
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An angled close-up view of an intricately engraved silver vesta case featuring scrolled patterns and a central monogram.
PRETTY STERLING SILVER VESTA CASE 1929 ANTIQUE LI or IL intials
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An angled close-up view of an intricately engraved silver vesta case featuring scrolled patterns and a central monogram.
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  • ObjectDecorative Objects
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsScroll engraving, Monogram, Hinged lid, Suspension loop

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A vesta case, also known as a matchsafe, was designed in the 19th and early 20th centuries to safely carry wax matches (vestas) in the pocket before the widespread availability of lighters.

These items were predominantly crafted from sterling silver using techniques such as stamping, hinge-making, and hand-engraving, often featuring ornate scrollwork or monograms.

Authenticity is typically verified by locating official assay office hallmarks stamped on the metal, which indicate the metal purity, year of manufacture, and makers mark.

Small antique silver pieces can be displayed on a decorative tray, styled on a bookshelf, or used to accent a tabletop display alongside modern minimalist objects.

Antique silver should be cleaned sparingly with a non-abrasive silver cloth to maintain its patina, avoiding harsh liquid dips that can strip the historic oxidisation from engraved crevices.
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