Vintage sterling silver mermaid repousse vesta case

Vintage sterling silver mermaid repousse vesta case

Code: GF3.24-25/6

Dimensions:

W: 3.5cm (1.4")H: 6cm (2.4")D: 1.2cm (0.5")

£195.00 Approx $258.28, €229.41, £195

A vintage sterling silver 925 vesta match case featuring a repoussee mermaid motif on the front and a foliate scroll design on the reverse. 
Vestas were historically used to keep matches dry. Made from 925 silver and hallmarked 925.

This vesta features a hinged lid and a striking surface on the exterior to light the matches.

In excellent condition, this mermaid design is highly collectible  

Vintage sterling silver mermaid repousse vesta case
Vintage sterling silver mermaid repousse vesta case
Vintage sterling silver mermaid repousse vesta case
Vintage sterling silver mermaid repousse vesta case
Vintage sterling silver mermaid repousse vesta case
Vintage sterling silver mermaid repousse vesta case
Vintage sterling silver mermaid repousse vesta case
Vintage sterling silver mermaid repousse vesta case