Sterling Silver & Enamel Vesta Case - Antique Edwardian

This is an exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian sterling silver and enamel vesta case; an addition to our enamal and silverware collection This exceptional and rare antique Edwardian sterling silver vesta case has a plain rectangular rounded form. The anterior surface is embellished with four desirable and impressive hot enamel panels depicting: a luxurious early-twentieth century car, three playing cards, a champagne bottle and a female portrait. The posterior surface of this antique vesta case is plain and unembellished. This unusual silver and enamel vesta case has a hinged hallmarked cover which incorporates a plain thumbpiece to the anterior edge and bears a ring loop attachment to the hinge. The underside of the case incorporates an integrated serrated panel/match striker. Dimensions Length back of ring to thumbpiece 5cm/1.97" Height 4.8cm/1.89" Depth 1.1cm/0.43" Weight 1.2 troy ounces/36.1g Origin: Birmingham Import Hallmarks Item Ref. Sku: C7903