MPST85

Small Victorian VESTA Match Safe Pocket Watch

chatelaine

Key chain Fob

Although this Brass Pig Vesta Match Safe is over 100 years old , it's cool factor is timeless.

This little Victorian brass pig stands on all 4 legs.  The head comes back to reveal a place to store matches.  Under the stomach is the striking area.  There is a place on the bridge of the nose for positioning a lit match.  The head remains firmly closed when pig stands on 4 feet.  The tail is missing but does not distract from this item.  It has no other problems .This piece is a particularity fabulous example of a Vesta with a old, nice patina. There is a ring for hanging on a necklace or key or wallet chain. Beautiful craftsmanship all the way around. Closes with a snap. Outstanding!Although this Brass Pig Vesta Match Safe is over 100 years old , it's cool factor is timeless.

Matches were a very expensive and valuable commodity in Victorian times and only the privileged could afford to use them. As a result, match safes or Vestas became necessary in which to store them in order to keep them dry. 

Size 5 x 3 x 2cm