DATE: Edwardian, 1901

A remarkable antique vesta case dating from 1901, to commemorate the new King of England Edward VII. The top flips open to hold your matches, and there's a striker on the bottom (safety matches weren't a thing back then). It's beautifully made, and features clear Birmingham hallmarks for sterling silver.

MEASUREMENTS 

5.0 x 3.8cm

WEIGHT 

28.2g

MARKS 

English hallmarks for sterling silver, Birmingham 1901

CONDITION 

Very good, with fine antique patina