8th Oct, 2024 11:00

Silver & Objects of Vertu
 
Lot 88
 

A Victorian sterling silver novelty vesta case, Birmingham 1880 by Howard James
A private collection of vesta cases

A Victorian sterling silver novelty vesta case, Birmingham 1880 by Howard James

In the form of a horseshoe, hinged lid. Engraved to the front 'Jack' between leafy sprays. Striker plate. Fully and part-marked on the back and on the lid.

Length - 4.7 cm / 1.85 inches

Weight - 26 grams /0.8 ozt

Purchased at Elizabeth Nicholson on 24/09/2005 for £275

Estimated at £150 - £250

 

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