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A Rare Edwardian Silver Vesta, Featuring a Boxer Dog
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A Rare Edwardian Silver Vesta, Featuring a Boxer Dog

1900 - 1920
Sold 23 September 2024 · Jeff Sims Antiques
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Description

A most unusual and collectable Edwardian silver vesta, with attaching ring for fob chain or chatelaine. This beautiful example is of rectangular form and embellished with the figure of a Boxer Dog. A lovely example, with a collectable motif. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £8.00 UK

£16.00 Europe

£22.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Very good, with no holes or splits and the lid closes well. The back has a small 'dig', shown in photograph and commensurate with age and use.

Date :- Birmingham 1901.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.

Maker :- Joseph Gloster.

Length :- 5 cms.

Width :- 3.7 cms.

Depth :- 1 cms.

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1053750
Dealers Internal Reference
K1512
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Description
A most unusual and collectable Edwardian silver vesta, with attaching ring for fob chain or chatelaine. This beautiful example is of rectangular form and embellished with the figure of a Boxer Dog. A lovely example, with a collectable motif. Dimensions below.
fig 1. An Edwardian sterling silver vesta case featuring an applied relief of a boxer dog on the front surface and a suspension loop on the side.
fig 1. A Rare Edwardian Silver Vesta, Featuring a Boxer Dog

Postage and packing £8.00 UK

£16.00 Europe

£22.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Very good, with no holes or splits and the lid closes well. The back has a small 'dig', shown in photograph and commensurate with age and use.

Date :- Birmingham 1901.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.

Maker :- Joseph Gloster.

Length :- 5 cms.

Width :- 3.7 cms.

Depth :- 1 cms.

Date of Manufacture

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

Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1053750
Dealers Internal Ref
K1512
Jeff Sims Antiques
Jeff Sims Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

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Archive I An Edwardian sterling silver vesta case featuring an applied relief of a boxer dog on the front surface and a suspension loop on the side. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Rare Edwardian Silver Vesta, Featuring a Boxer Dog

Archive II An Edwardian sterling silver vesta case featuring an applied relief of a boxer dog on the front surface and a suspension loop on the side. View II
Archive III An Edwardian sterling silver vesta case featuring an applied relief of a boxer dog on the front surface and a suspension loop on the side. View III
Archive IV An Edwardian sterling silver vesta case featuring an applied relief of a boxer dog on the front surface and a suspension loop on the side. View IV
Archive V An Edwardian sterling silver vesta case featuring an applied relief of a boxer dog on the front surface and a suspension loop on the side. View V
Archive VI An Edwardian sterling silver vesta case featuring an applied relief of a boxer dog on the front surface and a suspension loop on the side. View VI
Archive VII An Edwardian sterling silver vesta case featuring an applied relief of a boxer dog on the front surface and a suspension loop on the side. View VII
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Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jeffsims
Verified Since Jan 2010
Items For Sale 150
Items Sold 4,500
Jeff Sims Antiques
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An Edwardian sterling silver vesta case featuring an applied relief of a boxer dog on the front surface and a suspension loop on the side.
A rare Edwardian silver vesta, featuring a Boxer Dog
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An Edwardian sterling silver vesta case featuring an applied relief of a boxer dog on the front surface and a suspension loop on the side.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDecorative Objects
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsFigural relief, Dog motif, Suspension loop, Striker base
  • SizeH 5 cm (2 in) x W 4 cm (2 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

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Vesta cases, or matchsafes, became widely popular during the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a safe way to carry wax vestas in the pocket before the widespread use of safety matches and lighters.

They were predominantly made from sterling silver, often featuring hallmarking, hinged lids, integrated striker ridges on the base, and hand-embossed, chased, or applied figural motifs.

Authentic pieces typically feature clear British silver hallmarks indicating the assay office, date letter, and sterling standard, alongside crisp hand-finished detailing on the metal.

These small decorative items work well displayed inside glass tabletop cabinets, on a bookshelf alongside small art objects, or styled on a tray on a coffee table.

Clean gently with a specialist non-abrasive silver cloth to remove tarnish, avoiding harsh chemical dips that can damage intricate surface details and historical patination.
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