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Edwardian Silver Vesta Case 1909
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Edwardian Silver Vesta Case 1909

1900 - 1920
Description

A superb Solid Silver EDWARDIAN VESTA CASE beautifully decorated with an all-over embossed design and a blank cartouche which could be used to personalise this lovely case.

The hinge is strong, and the lid lies flush with the lip of the case when closed.

Made by John Round & Son in 1909 it is in excellent condition despite being over 130 years old - a wonderful gift or addition to a collection.

Dimensions:

2.5” (63mm) x 1.5” (38mm)

Weight – 33.5gm / 1.08ozt

Condition:

All of the items we have for sale are antiques i.e. they are more than 100 years old (unless otherwise stated) and have therefore been used and preloved. As such they will have age and usage related marks. Where an item has minor faults or imperfections these are noted below:

Used / Excellent

There is no damage and no repairs.

Note – Decorative Monogram to one cartouche.

If you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact us and to see our full range of Antique Silver why not visit our website at: www.silverantiques.online

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(Please include these charges with your payment to avoid delay in shipping)

Physical Dimensions
Height
6cm (2.36")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

Silver Antiques Online has dated this Edwardian Silver Vesta Case to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1225829
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VC_521909
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Specialising in Antique English Silver. All of our silver items are 100 years old (unless otherwise stated), made of solid sterling silver which is fully hallmarked and age verified.

Description
A superb Solid Silver EDWARDIAN VESTA CASE beautifully decorated with an all-over embossed design and a blank cartouche which could be used to personalise this lovely case.

The hinge is strong, and the lid lies flush with the lip of the case when closed.

Made by John Round & Son in 1909 it is in excellent condition despite being over 130 years old - a wonderful gift or addition to a collection.
Silver Antiques Online
fig 1. An Edwardian sterling silver vesta case decorated with embossed foliage and scrolling wave patterns.
fig 1. Edwardian Silver Vesta Case 1909

Dimensions:

2.5” (63mm) x 1.5” (38mm)

Weight – 33.5gm / 1.08ozt

Condition:

All of the items we have for sale are antiques i.e. they are more than 100 years old (unless otherwise stated) and have therefore been used and preloved. As such they will have age and usage related marks. Where an item has minor faults or imperfections these are noted below:

fig 2. An Edwardian sterling silver vesta case decorated with embossed foliage and scrolling wave patterns.
fig 2. Edwardian Silver Vesta Case 1909

Used / Excellent

There is no damage and no repairs.

Note – Decorative Monogram to one cartouche.

If you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact us and to see our full range of Antique Silver why not visit our website at: www.silverantiques.online

fig 3. An Edwardian sterling silver vesta case decorated with embossed foliage and scrolling wave patterns.
fig 3. Edwardian Silver Vesta Case 1909

Shipping / Postage / Packing:

FREE DELIVERY to UK Address ……… (Special Delivery Next Day)

EU Countries: ------------------ £10.00 (Royal Mail International Tracked)

USA / Canada: ----------------- £20.00 (Royal Mail International Tracked)

Australia / N. Zealand: ------ £30.00 (Royal Mail International Tracked)

(Please include these charges with your payment to avoid delay in shipping)

Height
6cm (2.36")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Silver Antiques Online has dated this Edwardian Silver Vesta Case to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1225829
Dealers Internal Ref
VC_521909
Silver Antiques Online
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Sellingantiques verified Since May 2016

Specialising in antique english sterling silver.

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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.

A vesta case, also known as a match safe, is a small portable container designed to hold friction matches, named after Vesta, the Roman goddess of the hearth. Popular during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, these compact cases kept matches dry and safe from unintentional ignition while carried in a pocket or on a watch chain.

Edwardian vesta cases were predominantly crafted from sterling silver, nickel, brass, or gold. The exteriors frequently featured engraved, chased, or embossed decorations, alongside an integrated ribbed striking plate typically located on the base or side of the metal case.

Authentic British silver vesta cases carry official assay office hallmarks, including a makers mark, a purity mark such as the lion passant for sterling silver, an assay town mark, and a date letter corresponding to the year of manufacture. The presence of a spring-loaded hinged mechanism and a worn, functional striker plate on the rim or bottom also indicates period construction.

Small antique silver pieces make effective accents when displayed on stacked art books, inside curio cabinets, or arranged atop decorative brass or glass trays on a desk or bookshelf. Grouping silver vesta cases alongside other period pocket accessories creates an intriguing focal point in a study or library setting.

Clean sterling silver regularly using a soft, lint-free cloth and a specialized non-abrasive silver cream to remove tarnish. Avoid submerging the item in liquid cleaning solutions, as moisture can compromise internal spring hinges and encourage deep oxidisation in textured or embossed details.
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