Vintage Novelty Metal Vesta Case FW NISSEN BRISBANE Australia JW Benson

A rare and unusual vintage novelty metal oval shaped vesta case stamped to the base with JW over B in a shield for JW Benson. Also with Rd no 489702. Pushing the small Oval part on the base opens the case to reveal a compartment to store matches. Striking strip on both edges. Engraved with FW NISSEN JEWELLER QUEEN ST BRISBANE to the top and MADE IN ENGLAND on the side - FW NISSEN were established by Frederick William NISSEN in 1892 based at 216 Queen Street Brisbane Australia. Condition: Used but ok, surface scratches, wear and a few small dings, misshapen to the front at the bottom but it still opens and shuts well.