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Sterling Silver Vesta Case
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Sterling Silver 'Mussel' Vesta Case - Antique Victorian

£995.00

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver vesta case in the form of a mussel; an addition to our diverse smoking related silverware collection

SKU A9157

This exceptional antique sterling silver vesta case is modelled in the form of a mussel.


The surface of this Victorian vesta case is plain and embellished with the contemporary bright cut engraved initials 'HDC'.


This fine antique silver vesta case is fitted with a spring hinged cover which incorporates a plain thumbpiece.


One side of the body features an applied serrated panel/match striker below a ring loop attachment.


Read a brief history of antique vesta cases.


Maker: Unknown

Date: 1860

This antique sterling silver vesta case is an exceptional gauge of silver for its type, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition in keeping with age.

Full hallmarks struck to the sleeve of the body are clear in keeping with age and location; the maker's mark has wear and is unidentified.


Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this Victorian silverware.


Length 5.3cm/2.1"

Width 3cm/1.2"

Height 1.9cm/0.7"


0.7 troy ounce/20.4g


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