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Rare Antique Large Silver and Tortoise Shell "Matches" Box
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Rare Antique Large Silver and Tortoise Shell "Matches" Box

1900 - 1920
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A rare example of a late Victorian matchbox holder made from English solid or sterling silver and fully hallmarked for London 1900 together with the makers initials W C for the famous silversmith William Comyns.

The top panel is inset with a wonderful piece of shiny tortoiseshell and topped with the cast silver word " Matches ".

The panels either side reveal the strike paper so can be used .. perfectly usable today.

A stunning piece and a good heavy example, a substantial size measuring 3" x 2" x 1 1/4" tall, and excellent condition.

Item ID: 31051

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Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1900s.

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Description
A rare example of a late Victorian matchbox holder made from English solid or sterling silver and fully hallmarked for London 1900 together with the makers initials W C for the famous silversmith William Comyns.
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The top panel is inset with a wonderful piece of shiny tortoiseshell and topped with the cast silver word " Matches ".
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fig 1. Rare Antique Large Silver and Tortoise Shell
fig 1. Rare Antique Large Silver and Tortoise Shell "Matches" Box

The panels either side reveal the strike paper so can be used .. perfectly usable today.

A stunning piece and a good heavy example, a substantial size measuring 3" x 2" x 1 1/4" tall, and excellent condition.

Item ID: 31051

FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail, Insurance Optional.

Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1900s.

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31051
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