Sterling Silver Combination Sovereign / Vesta Case - Antique Victorian

Description

This exceptional antique Victorian English sterling silver combination vesta / sovereign case has a subtly domed rectangular, rounded form.

The anterior and posterior surfaces of this silver case are plain and unembellished.

This antique Victorian sterling silver sovereign case is fitted with a hinged hallmarked push fit cover allowing access to the hallmarked sprung sovereign holders.

This exceptional antique case is fitted with a ring loop attachment to one side and has a hinged hallmarked cover which incorporates a plain thumbpiece; this cover allows access to the matches.

This impressive sterling silver case has an integrated serrated panel/match striker to upper portion of the vesta case cover.

The interior of this exceptional case retains the original gilding.

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