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Sampson Mordan Silver Vesta Case
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Sampson Mordan Silver Vesta Case

19th century
Description

From Sampson Mordan , a Victorian silver vesta case, London 1886, rounded rectangular form with allover chased foliate decoration and gilt interior. No damage or repair, in excellent condition, spring hinge working perfectly, vacant cartouche. Clear hallmarks. 18.6 gm

Physical Dimensions
Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
3.5cm (1.38")
Depth
1.2cm (0.47")
Declaration

Art Deco And More has dated this Antique Silver Vesta Case to the 1880s.

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SA1151526
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SA250702
Description
From Sampson Mordan , a Victorian silver vesta case, London 1886, rounded rectangular form with allover chased foliate decoration and gilt interior. No damage or repair, in excellent condition, spring hinge working perfectly, vacant cartouche. Clear hallmarks. 18.6 gm
Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
3.5cm (1.38")
Depth
1.2cm (0.47")
Date of Manufacture

Art Deco And More has dated this Antique Silver Vesta Case to the 1880s.

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SA1151526
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SA250702
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A rectangular sterling silver vesta case featuring hand-engraved foliate scrollwork and an unengraved circular central cartouche.
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Archive I A rectangular sterling silver vesta case featuring hand-engraved foliate scrollwork and an unengraved circular central cartouche.

Sampson Mordan Silver Vesta Case

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A rectangular sterling silver vesta case featuring hand-engraved foliate scrollwork and an unengraved circular central cartouche.
Sampson Mordan Silver Vesta Case
Ref: SA1151526
A rectangular sterling silver vesta case featuring hand-engraved foliate scrollwork and an unengraved circular central cartouche.
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  • ObjectVesta Cases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsFoliate scrollwork, Circular cartouche, Hinged lid, Striker base
  • SizeH 4 cm (2 in) x W 3.5 cm (1 in) x D 1.2 cm (0 in)

This Victorian sterling silver vesta case dates from 1880 and possesses a rounded rectangular form with a silver colour. The exterior has allover chased foliate scrollwork decoration surrounding an unengraved circular central cartouche, a hinged lid, and a striker base. The item displays surface scratches on the vacant cartouche, patterned texture within the foliate carvings, and a straight top rim. It measures 4 cm high, 3.5 cm wide, and 1.2 cm deep. This small accessory is suited for placement on an office desk within a gentleman's library setting to hold matches or small items. Its compact construction allows for easy positioning among books, inkstands, or stationery organizers, adding a traditional metallic accent to a study workspace.

FAQs

A vesta case, or match safe, is a small portable container used in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries to keep friction matches dry and prevent accidental ignition.

Victorian and Edwardian vesta cases were typically crafted from solid sterling silver, nickel, or brass, often featuring hand-engraved scrollwork, engine turning, and a ribbed striking surface on the base.

Authentic British silver vesta cases display official assay office hallmarks, a makers mark such as Sampson Mordan & Co, and a functional spring-loaded hinged lid.

These compact decorative objects can be styled on a valet tray, desk top, or displayed alongside other silver curios on a tray or inside a glass-fronted cabinet.

Polish gently using a soft silver-polishing cloth to remove tarnish without stripping the intentional oxidised depth from intricate engraved scrollwork.
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