Match safe advertising Pabst Milwaukee Beer, each side different. The match safe is nickel plated brass and based on design characteristics its was probably made by Wm. Shimper, Hoboken, NJ. There is some plating wear as can be seen on the photos. Measures 2 5/8 x 1 1/2 inches.
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