Victorian Silver Gilt Novelty Trick Vesta Case Jane Brownett London 1873

19th century

Sold by Queens Antiques and Collectables

Description

Another rare and collectable Silver Gilt NOVELTY TRICK VESTA CASE hallmarked for LONDON 1873 by renowned maker JANE BROWNETT.

Stamped inside the lid with the retailers LEWIS (Robert) 20 St James Street London.

Robert Lewis was established in 1787 and was a Cigar importer and cigarette maker.

Measuring 6 cm x 3.5 cm x 1 cm and weighs 42.3 grams.

Condition is very good, it opens and shuts well (once you’ve figured the Trick opening) , the hallmarks are good, light surface wear externally , gilding still bright. Initials to the lid, small ding to the edge of the lid and base.

Declaration

Queens Antiques and Collectables has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1219768

Dealers Notes

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Description

Another rare and collectable Silver Gilt NOVELTY TRICK VESTA CASE hallmarked for LONDON 1873 by renowned maker JANE BROWNETT.

Stamped inside the lid with the retailers LEWIS (Robert) 20 St James Street London.

fig 1. Victorian Silver Gilt NOVELTY TRICK Vesta Case JANE BROWNETT LONDON 1873 — fig 1. Victorian Silver Gilt Novelty Trick Vesta Case Jane Brownett London 1873

Robert Lewis was established in 1787 and was a Cigar importer and cigarette maker.

Measuring 6 cm x 3.5 cm x 1 cm and weighs 42.3 grams.

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Condition is very good, it opens and shuts well (once you’ve figured the Trick opening) , the hallmarks are good, light surface wear externally , gilding still bright.

Queens Antiques and Collectables

Initials to the lid, small ding to the edge of the lid and base.

Date of Manufacture

Queens Antiques and Collectables has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1219768

About the Dealer

Queens Antiques and Collectables

Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2025

Specialising in georgian & later high quality silver pieces.

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