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POSTAGE : UK £6.45 1ST CLASS SIGNED FOR, £8.45 SPECIAL DELIVERY, WORLDWIDE £16.95 INT TRACKABLE AIRSURE

Description A superb rare English antique solid sterling silver vesta/match case with hidden secret photo compartment, in lovely condition and with English silver hallmarks for London 1903. Beautiful quality with a strong sprung hinged lid and it has an extra hinged front cover which drops down to reveal a photograph holder still with its original glass and border mount. Decorated with attractive period foliate scroll engraving and it comes with its original large silver attachment ring. Weighs approx 30 grams. A fine example.

Measurements 1.7 inches (43mm) x 1.4 inches (36mm) wide (excluding attachment ring) and is 0.5 inches (13mm) deep.

Date English antique solid sterling silver with a full set of English silver hallmarks for London 1903, (date letter "h"). Good clear matching silver marks in 3 separate places and the silversmiths initials are "W.H.G, W.L.G Ltd ".
  
Condition Lovely condition with no splits or repairs, definitely no wear/polish holes and no nasty knocks or dents, 1 very minor little bruise, a beautiful uncommon silver vesta and the silver lid hinge still works perfectly and the lid opens and closes securely and has a strong spring. The interior photo compartment is still in excellent condition, the protective glass is undamaged and it includes its original photo. Has a nice historic engraved monogram in the cartouche. A rare find.

Shipping and packing and rates

UK £6.45 (1st class signed for), £8.45) (fully tracked special delivery).

Worldwide: £16.95 (Airsure - if applicable)

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