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Rare Sterling Silver Pott Potts Family Crest Tinder Box Vesta Case 1846 Antique
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Rare Sterling Silver Pott Potts Family Crest Tinder Box Vesta Case 1846 Antique

19th century
Sold 9 January 2026 · The Silver Squirrel
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A very rare early English antique solid sterling silver tinder box. It is hallmarked for Birmingham 1846 with the maker being Cronin & Wheeler. It has been engraved with the initials EP along with a leopard crest used by the Pott or Potts families. It would have held the material used for lighting a fire and has a metal striker inside for striking a flint against. It is in super condition being free from dings splits holes and repairs. It measures over 2 inches (5.2cm) long by over 1 inch (2.6cm) wide and weighs 24 grams. A well made rare piece.

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The Silver Squirrel has dated this Victorian Sterling Silver Vesta to the Victorian era.

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A very rare early English antique solid sterling silver tinder box. It is hallmarked for Birmingham 1846 with the maker being Cronin & Wheeler.
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It has been engraved with the initials EP along with a leopard crest used by the Pott or Potts families.
The Silver Squirrel

It would have held the material used for lighting a fire and has a metal striker inside for striking a flint against. It is in super condition being free from dings splits holes and repairs. It measures over 2 inches (5.2cm) long by over 1 inch (2.6cm) wide and weighs 24 grams. A well made rare piece.

Date of Manufacture

The Silver Squirrel has dated this Victorian Sterling Silver Vesta to the Victorian era.

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SA1126481
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32930
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An antique rectangular sterling silver vesta case featuring detailed foliate scroll engraving and a central heraldic crest cartouche.
RARE STERLING SILVER POTT POTTS FAMILY CREST TINDER BOX VESTA CASE 1846 ANTIQUE
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An antique rectangular sterling silver vesta case featuring detailed foliate scroll engraving and a central heraldic crest cartouche.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectVesta Case
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsFoliate scroll engraving, Heraldic crest, Cartouche, Hinged lid

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Vesta cases emerged in the mid-19th century following the invention of friction matches. They were designed to be carried in pockets or attached to watch chains to keep matches dry and prevent accidental ignition.

They were predominantly manufactured from sterling silver, base metals, brass, or gold, often featuring decorative techniques such as hand-engraving, engine-turning, repousse, and applied heraldic crests.

Authentic pieces typically feature British assay office hallmarks stamped directly onto the metal, indicating the year of manufacture, purity standard, and makers mark. Genuine period items also display authentic wear patterns and hand-chased detailing rather than modern cast reproduction textures.

Small antique silver pieces can be displayed on decorative trays, within glass vitrines, or styled on bookshelves alongside other cabinet curiosities to add historical texture to contemporary spaces.

Sterling silver should be cleaned sparingly using a soft microfibre cloth and specialized silver polish to prevent the loss of fine engraved details and natural patination. Storing pieces in tarnish-resistant pouches helps maintain their finish over time.
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