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Rare Antique Ivory, Tortoise Shell and Mother of Pearl Vesta Case
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Rare Antique Ivory, Tortoise Shell and Mother of Pearl Vesta Case

19th century
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Description

Almost like a miniature visiting card case, this is an unusual pocket Vesta dating to the Victorian era, around 1870.

The front and back panels are decorated with a combination of antique Tortoiseshell and Mother of Pearl shell; the sides finished in polished Ivory.

The metal button to the front used to open is in full working order and the small hinge in perfect shape too. The brass strike where the matches would be struck is on the underside.

Excellent condition, measuring 2" x 1 1/8" x 1/2" thick.

Item ID: 31735

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Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1870s.

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Description
Almost like a miniature visiting card case, this is an unusual pocket Vesta dating to the Victorian era, around 1870.
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The front and back panels are decorated with a combination of antique Tortoiseshell and Mother of Pearl shell; the sides finished in polished Ivory.
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fig 1. Rare Antique Ivory, Tortoise Shell and Mother of Pearl Vesta Case
fig 1. Rare Antique Ivory, Tortoise Shell and Mother of Pearl Vesta Case

The metal button to the front used to open is in full working order and the small hinge in perfect shape too. The brass strike where the matches would be struck is on the underside.

Excellent condition, measuring 2" x 1 1/8" x 1/2" thick.

Item ID: 31735

FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail; Insurance Optional.

Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1870s.

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SA66615
Dealers Internal Ref
31735
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