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Antique Novelty Solid Silver Vesta - Working Whistle - 1888
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Antique Novelty Solid Silver Vesta - Working Whistle - 1888

19th century
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Description

A highly collectable match holder or vesta made from English sterling silver with a hallmark for Birmingham 1888 together with the highly sought-after Queen Victoria'a head duty mark. The makers initials are also present for the silversmith, Minshull & Latimer,

The case is in the form of a dog whistle, which works when blown. The other end has the strike on the exterior of the hinged lid. The lid is sprung and in full working order.

Excellent condition measuring 2 1/2" long x 5/8" x 1/2". A truly collectable Victorian gem.

Item ID:39141

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Physical Dimensions
Height
6cm (2.36")
Width
1cm (0.39")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1880s.

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SA449816
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39141
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Description
A highly collectable match holder or vesta made from English sterling silver with a hallmark for Birmingham 1888 together with the highly sought-after Queen Victoria'a head duty mark. The makers initials are also present for the silversmith, Minshull & Latimer,
fig 1. Antique Novelty Solid Silver Vesta - Working Whistle - 1888
fig 1. Antique Novelty Solid Silver Vesta - Working Whistle - 1888

The case is in the form of a dog whistle, which works when blown. The other end has the strike on the exterior of the hinged lid. The lid is sprung and in full working order.

Excellent condition measuring 2 1/2" long x 5/8" x 1/2". A truly collectable Victorian gem.

Item ID:39141

FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From London, England

Height
6cm (2.36")
Width
1cm (0.39")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA449816
Dealers Internal Ref
39141
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