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19th Century Victorian Solid Silver Lighter & Vesta Case, London, c.1853

About the Item

Antique mid-19th Century very rare Victorian solid silver vesta case and lighter, in a shape of a horseshoe, opening on both sides, with a compartment for matches and a striker, with wheel to wind the lighter wick, one side is applied with initials "E.H". Hallmarked English Silver (925 standard), London, year 1853 (S), Maker's mark H.W.D (Henry William Dee), Retailed by Thornhill, 144 Bond street. CONDITION In Great Condition - No Damage. SIZE Height: 5.5cm Width: 5.5 x 1.5cm Weight: 62g.
  • Creator:
    Henry William Dee (Maker),Thornhill (Retailer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.17 in (5.5 cm)Width: 2.17 in (5.5 cm)Depth: 0.6 in (1.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1853
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. In Great Condition - No Damage.
  • Seller Location:
    Royal Tunbridge Wells, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A82281stDibs: LU1348230271412
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