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Victorian Silver Vesta Case Birmingham 1899 by Ev Pledge & Son
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Victorian Silver Vesta Case Birmingham 1899 by Ev Pledge & Son

19th century
Description

An unusual and very nice quality Victorian antique Silver VESTA case with lovely floral engraving on both sides and shell corners. With hanging loop. No Initials engraved.

Hallmarked for Birmingham 1899 by makers EV PLEDGE & SON.

Condition is very good, it opens and snaps shut well, the hallmarks are good, some surface scratches/marks/dings and usual wear commensurate of age and use.

MEASUREMENTS

Height: 5 cm

Width: 3.5 cm

Weight: 25.1 g

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Queens Antiques and Collectables has dated this Victorian Silver Vesta Case to the Victorian era.

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SA1232893
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Description
An unusual and very nice quality Victorian antique Silver VESTA case with lovely floral engraving on both sides and shell corners. With hanging loop. No Initials engraved.

Hallmarked for Birmingham 1899 by makers EV PLEDGE & SON.

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Condition is very good, it opens and snaps shut well, the hallmarks are good, some surface scratches/marks/dings and usual wear commensurate of age and use.
Queens Antiques and Collectables

MEASUREMENTS

Height: 5 cm

Width: 3.5 cm

Weight: 25.1 g

Date of Manufacture

Queens Antiques and Collectables has dated this Victorian Silver Vesta Case to the Victorian era.

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SA1232893
Queens Antiques and Collectables
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Specialising in georgian & later high quality silver pieces.

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Victorian Silver Vesta Case Birmingham 1899 by Ev Pledge & Son

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A Victorian sterling silver vesta case featuring hand-engraved floral leaf motifs, gadrooned corners, a vacant central cartouche, and a side suspension ring.
VICTORIAN Silver Vesta Case BIRMINGHAM 1899 by EV PLEDGE & SON
Ref: SA1232893
A Victorian sterling silver vesta case featuring hand-engraved floral leaf motifs, gadrooned corners, a vacant central cartouche, and a side suspension ring.
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A vesta case, also known as a match safe, is a small portable container produced primarily in the late 19th and early 20th centuries to store friction matches safely. Designed to keep matches dry and prevent accidental ignition in a pocket, these cases featured a spring-hinged lid and a textured striking surface on the base.

Vesta cases were most commonly crafted from sterling silver, nickel, brass, or gunmetal. They were typically constructed using die-stamping or casting techniques, often decorated with hand engraving, chasing, or enamelling, and featured integrated suspension loops for attachment to watch chains.

Authenticity can be verified by examining official assay office hallmarks, makers marks, and date letters stamped into the metal, usually near the rim or inside the lid. Genuine period pieces will also demonstrate authentic age-related wear, functional spring mechanisms, and precise metal hand-finishing.

A vesta case can be displayed as a decorative accent on a curated desk tray, arranged inside a glass shadow box, or placed atop a stack of hardback books in a library setting. They can also be integrated into flat-lay displays or converted into unique pendant jewellery.

To maintain antique silver, polish gently with a soft microfibre cloth and a non-abrasive silver cream, avoiding harsh chemical dips that strip decorative oxidisation from low-relief engraving. Store the piece in a dry, tarnish-resistant pouch away from direct moisture and humidity.
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