STUNNING BEAN SHAPED Antique Hallmarked silver vesta case.
Birmingham, 1905
Maker: Charles Lyster & Son
Weight: 18.57 grms
Length: 5cm
A rare and collectable turn of the Century treasure!
These match holders, also known as 'matchsafes' or 'vesta cases', date to the mid-19th century, when friction matches were first introduced. Early friction matches, which were also called 'vestas' and 'Lucifers' were prone to bursting into flame in a user’s pocket. Matchsafes keep these hair-trigger fire sticks from rubbing together and combusting prematurely.
"VESTA" is the name of the Roman Goddess for "Hearth & Home"
GOOD CONDITION. No monogram, hinge works perfectly. This beauty has been well loved & has dings to prove it.
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