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Goliath Huge English Solid Sterling Silver Vesta Case 1902 Antique Heavy 54g
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Goliath Huge English Solid Sterling Silver Vesta Case 1902 Antique Heavy 54g

1900 - 1920
Sold 14 September 2025 · The Silver Squirrel
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A super quality large goliath sized heavy English Edwardian antique solid sterling silver vesta case. It is hallmarked for Birmingham 1902 with the maker being Joseph Gloster Ltd. It has been superbly made and finely engraved with a leaf design. The inside has been internally gilded. It is in super condition being free from dings splits holes and repairs. It measures approx. 2.25 inches (5.6cm) wide by 2.25 inches (5.6cm) tall and weighs 54 grams. A beautifully made rare piece.

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The Silver Squirrel has dated this Antique Silver Vesta Case to the Edwardian era.

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A super quality large goliath sized heavy English Edwardian antique solid sterling silver vesta case. It is hallmarked for Birmingham 1902 with the maker being Joseph Gloster Ltd. It has been superbly made and finely engraved with a leaf design. The inside has been internally gilded. It is in super condition being free from dings splits holes and repairs. It measures approx. 2.25 inches (5.6cm) wide by 2.25 inches (5.6cm) tall and weighs 54 grams. A beautifully made rare piece.
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The Silver Squirrel has dated this Antique Silver Vesta Case to the Edwardian era.

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Archive I An ornate, heavily engraved sterling silver vesta case featuring a blank central cartouche and a suspension loop. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Goliath Huge English Solid Sterling Silver Vesta Case 1902 Antique Heavy 54g

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An ornate, heavily engraved sterling silver vesta case featuring a blank central cartouche and a suspension loop.
GOLIATH HUGE ENGLISH SOLID STERLING SILVER VESTA CASE 1902 ANTIQUE HEAVY 54g
Ref: SA1163604
An ornate, heavily engraved sterling silver vesta case featuring a blank central cartouche and a suspension loop.
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  • ObjectVesta Case
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsEngraved scrollwork, Blank cartouche, Suspension loop, Hinged lid

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Vesta cases, or matchsafes, emerged in the mid-19th century following the invention of friction matches to safely carry matches in pockets without accidental ignition.

They were predominantly crafted from solid sterling silver, though examples in brass, base metals, gold, horn, and mother-of-pearl were also widely produced.

Authentic pieces feature clear British hallmarks stamped by official assay offices, indicating the metal standard, city of assay, and year of manufacture.

These small objects function well as decorative display pieces on a mantelpiece, coffee table tray, or within a cabinet of curiosities.

Silver should be cleaned infrequently with a soft microfibre cloth and specialised polish to remove tarnish while preserving the original surface details and hallmarks.
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