This fine antique Edwardian English sterling silver vesta case has a plain reCtangular rounded form.

The anterior surface of the vesta case is embellished with the applied inscription "Adelphi Theatre, 1906" to the cover and "With Otho Stuart"s Compliments" to the body.

The posterior surface of the cover bears the applied inscription "Souvenir of A Midsummer Night"s Dream"

The reverse of the case features an impressive embossed scene from a Midsummer Night"s Dream ACt IV scene I; this scene depiCts the charaCter Bottom with the ears of an ass being doted on by Titania.

This fine sterling silver vesta case has a hinged cover which incorporates a plain thumbpiece to the anterior edge.

There is an integrated serrated panel/match striker to the underside.

This antique silver vesta case is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

Full hallmarks struck to the sleeve of the body are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the exceptional gauge of silver.

RefleCtions in photographs may detraCt from the true representation of this piece of antique Edwardian silverware.

Length 4cm/1.6"

Width 3.6cm/1.4"

Height 0.5cm/0.2"

0.4 troy ounce/13.7g

Date: 1905

Origin: London, England

Maker: Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co Ltd