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A Rare Silver Vesta Case of Extra Small Proportions by William Hair Haseler
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A Rare Silver Vesta Case of Extra Small Proportions by William Hair Haseler

1900 - 1920
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This fine silver vesta is of an unusual rare small size. It measures Height 3.7cm x width 2.7cm x depth 1cm. It is a high quality very solidly made example It is hallmarked for Birmingham 1920/21 by the famous silversmith William Hair Haseler.

It is restrained in its decoration with bands of vertical lines in groups of three with a spaced single line between them. On the front face, there is a circular panel designed to customise the vesta with the owner’s engraved initials. In this case, it is left plain.

The lid opens on a firm spring loaded hinge to gain access to the space where matches would be stored. On the underside, there is a serrated section for striking.

A very pleasing Vesta case in good original condition

Height 3.7cm x depth 2.7cm x depth 1cm

English 1920 - 21

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Physical Dimensions
Height
3.7cm (1.46")
Width
2.7cm (1.06")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Vesta Case to the 1920s.

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SA1145196
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Robert Belcher Antiques was established in 1984 and is a high-quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative objects. After forty years of shop keeping and maintaining beautiful showrooms, which have been regularly open six days a week, Robert and Wendy have now taken a slightly different approach to their business. Having sold their retail premises, the antique business is now fully online. The picture framing service has ceased to operate because of moving online.

You can contact Robert and Wendy by email or telephone to discuss items from their extensive catalogue of attractive pieces and make purchases. Customers can rest assured that the long-established dealership is continuing to run in an exceedingly professional way, selling genuine and high-quality items which are guaranteed to please the most discerning collector, decorator or homeowner.

All items will be personally hand packaged to a high standard. Small items are extensively wrapped using the best materials and are often double boxed. Items are then shipped with DHL or Royal Mail fully insured and often with next day delivery. Larger items would be personally delivered or sent with a specialist antique delivery firm, or for outside the U.K, a professional shipping company.

Please enjoy viewing their collection of rare and interesting pieces and have the assurance that Robert and Wendy will do their utmost to make sure your experience is exceptional, as has been recognised by many customers who have bought with confidence regularly over the years.

Contact details

Email: robertbelcherantiques@gmail.com

Telephone: 01905 622468

Mobile 07929 011224

07720 607007

Website: https://www.robertbelcherantiques.co.uk

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Description
This fine silver vesta is of an unusual rare small size. It measures Height 3.7cm x width 2.7cm x depth 1cm.
It is a high quality very solidly made example It is hallmarked for Birmingham 1920/21 by the famous silversmith William Hair Haseler.
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fig 1. An open antique sterling silver vesta case featuring linear engine-turned engraving, a central circular cartouche, British hallmarks, and a suspension ring.
fig 1. A Rare Silver Vesta Case of Extra Small Proportions by William Hair Haseler

It is restrained in its decoration with bands of vertical lines in groups of three with a spaced single line between them. On the front face, there is a circular panel designed to customise the vesta with the owner’s engraved initials. In this case, it is left plain.

fig 2. An open antique sterling silver vesta case featuring linear engine-turned engraving, a central circular cartouche, British hallmarks, and a suspension ring.
fig 2. A Rare Silver Vesta Case of Extra Small Proportions by William Hair Haseler

The lid opens on a firm spring loaded hinge to gain access to the space where matches would be stored. On the underside, there is a serrated section for striking.

A very pleasing Vesta case in good original condition

Height 3.7cm x depth 2.7cm x depth 1cm

English 1920 - 21

FREE UK DELIVERY

INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING IS AVAILABLE AT A COMPETITIVE PRICE. PLEASE CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE

Height
3.7cm (1.46")
Width
2.7cm (1.06")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Vesta Case to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1145196
Robert Belcher Antiques
Robert Belcher Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

Robert belcher antiques was established in 1984 and is a high quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative items.

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A rare silver vesta case of extra small proportions by William Hair Haseler

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An open antique sterling silver vesta case featuring linear engine-turned engraving, a central circular cartouche, British hallmarks, and a suspension ring.
A rare silver vesta case of extra small proportions by William Hair Haseler
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Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Vesta cases, also known as match safes, were designed in the nineteenth century to store friction matches safely. Named after Vesta, the Roman goddess of the hearth, these small portable containers kept matches dry and prevented accidental ignition inside pockets.

While vesta cases were produced in brass, nickel, and vulcanite, high-end examples were crafted from sterling silver. They typically incorporate engine-turned metalwork, a spring-hinged top lid, and a textured ribbed striker surface cast into the base.

Authentic British silver vesta cases carry official assay office hallmarks, including a makers mark, purity mark, town mark, and date letter. Additionally, genuine period examples feature a built-in match striker groove along the outer bottom edge.

Small silver curiosities like vesta cases are best displayed on decorative brass trays, inside glass shadow boxes, or on desk organizers. They are frequently incorporated into curated collections alongside antique pocket watches, desk seals, and snuffer trays.

Clean silver vesta cases gently using a microfibre silver polishing cloth to remove tarnish without removing delicate engine-turned surface details. Avoid harsh liquid dips or abrasive metal polishes that can stripping natural oxidisation from engraved recesses.
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