Lot 594
An early twentieth century silver combination vesta and stamp case, the oblong form with foliate...
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Lot 594
An early twentieth century silver combination vesta and stamp case, the oblong form with foliate...
Lot 594
Lot Description
An early twentieth century silver combination vesta and stamp case, the oblong form with foliate scroll decoration, the front case with flush hinged fold out silver-gilt compartment for stamps. Hallmarked Joseph Gloster Ltd, Birmingham 1912. Height measuring 4.5 cm, weight 30 grams.
Postage: Auction Default
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Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
The lot displays general surface scratches, marks, wear and tarnishing commensurate with the age and use. No engraving to the shield cartouche. Gilding bright to the inner stamp holder, but heavily blackened to the inner vesta case. Hinges remain sharp. The hallmarks are clear and legible.
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