Monday 22 June 2015 | 10:00 | Lots: 530

Monday 22 June 2015 | 10:00 | Lots: 530

Lot 840

Lot 840

A modern silver vesta case of oblong form, a mermaid in relief to the front, marked 925...

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Lot 840

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A modern silver vesta case of oblong form, a mermaid in relief to the front, marked 925 sterling, height measuring 6 cm, weight 27 grams. Together with a silver plated combination vesta case and stamp holder, modelled as a book with dual opening, length measuring 5 cm and three further silver plated vesta cases to include an example with a photographic print of Shakespeare's Birthplace one side and Anne Hathaway's Cottage the other, a lobed example with engraved monogram and a Queen Victoria Jubilee box vesta case. (5).   




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The mermaid example appears in good overall condition, displaying general scratches, marks, dints, wear and tarnishing commensurate with the age and use - The hinge in good working order. All the remaining cases display some general surface scratches, marks, wear and tarnishing in keeping with their use. Some minor dints. All hinges and clasps appear in working order.



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