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An Early 20th Century Sterling Silver Vesta Case in the Form of a Devil’s Head

$600
£457.64
€521.14
CA$843.18
A$919.61
CHF 487.15
MX$11,024.81
NOK 6,204.09
SEK 5,673.18
DKK 3,893.42

About the Item

An amusing sterling silver novelty vesta case / match safe in the form of a devil's head. The face having an expressive sardonic grin and eyes inset with red stones. The crown of the head opening on a sprung metal mechanism activated by depressing a button on the nose, the interior intended to hold safety matches. The underside of the base showing a serrated strike-groove and impressed 925 sterling silver marks. Overall weight, 39 grams. Measuring, 1.5/8" high x 1.5" wide x .7/8" deep.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.63 in (4.15 cm)Width: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)Depth: 0.88 in (2.24 cm)
  • Style:
    Other (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Sterling Silver,Cast,Engraved,Hand-Crafted
  • Place of Origin:
    Unknown
  • Period:
    Early 20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1920
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. In very good overall condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Ottawa, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2728339988842

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