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14k Vesta Match Safe
Located in Montreal, QC
14k yellow gold Vesta match safe with elaborate work. Acid tested 14k. Measures 1 3/8 inches x 1
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown More Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
14k Gold
Victorian Sterling Etched Match Safe
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Victorian Sterling Etched Match safe from the late 1900's UK. Hand etched with ornate scroll
Category
Early 1900s Ashtrays
Antique Gold Match Safe/Pill Box
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully textured hinged match safe. Heavy gauge 14K yellow gold. Allover nailhead pattern. 2
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Boxes and Cases
Materials
14k Gold
Antique Gunmetal and Copper Match Safe
Located in New York, NY
Antique match safe: gunmetal, with applied copper horse and rider. The clasp is set with a bezel
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Boxes and Cases
Materials
Turquoise, Base Metal
German Jugendstil Enamel Candelabras and Match-Safe
Located in New York, NY
German Jugendstil period pair of three-armed candelabra with match-safe, created in Germany around
Category
Antique Early 1900s German Jugendstil Candelabras
Materials
Brass, Enamel, Copper, Bronze
Antique Sterling Silver Snake Match Safe
Located in New York, NY
A great figural sterling silver match safe. A double-sided representation of a snake. Well
Category
Antique 1890s American More Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Silver Golfing Match Safe, Vesta Case
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Golf Vesta case
A round antique silver golfing match safe with striker on the bottom. The match
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Sporting Art Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Materials
Silver
19th Century Sterling Art Nouveau Match Safe Collection
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Collection of six extraordinary sterling match safes. Largest 3" x 2", smallest 2 1/4" x 1 1/2
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Sterling Silver
Shiebler Silver Match Safe in Gold Vermeil
By George W. Shiebler & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite Shiebler sterling silver match safe / vesta case in gold vermeil in beautiful leaf design
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Sterling Silver
Materials
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Antique Petite Bronze Dragon / Griffin Pattern Repousse Match Safe / Vesta
Located in San Diego, CA
Antique petite bronze dragon / griffin pattern repousse match safe / vesta with an ornate all-over
Category
Early 20th Century American Sterling Silver
Materials
Bronze
H 1.75 in W 1 in D 0.25 in
Early 20th Century Sterling Silver Birmingham England Match Safe Repousse Sides
Located in Stamford, CT
Early 20th century sterling silver match safe with beautiful repousse sides made by WSH Birmingham
Category
Early 20th Century English Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 1.75 in W 1.5 in D 0.25 in
Two Dutch Mahogany And Satinwood Match Safes
Located in Essex, MA
Meant to hang on a wall. Barrel shape with alternating woods. Lift lid and cutout back to hang on a wall. Commonly referred to as treen ware.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Decorative Boxes
Materials
Mahogany, Satinwood
Rare Royal Doulton Devil/ Mephistopheles Sterling Mounted Matchsafe, 1926
By Royal Doulton
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rare Royal Doulton devil/ Mephistopheles sterling mounted match safe, 1926, The front decorated
Category
20th Century English Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Sterling Silver
American Arts & Crafts Brass Smoking Stand
Located in New York, NY
, candle holder and match safe.
Category
20th Century American Mission Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Brass
An Amusing 20th Century Sterling Silver Vesta Case in the Form of Mr. Punch
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
An amusing sterling silver novelty vesta case / match safe in the form of Mr. Punch. The face is
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Other Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 2.25 in W 1.5 in D 0.75 in
An Early 20th Century Sterling Silver Vesta Case in the Form of a Devil’s Head
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
An amusing sterling silver novelty vesta case / match safe in the form of a devil's head. The face
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Other Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 1.63 in W 1.5 in D 0.88 in
Cricket Vesta Case
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Rare Golf / Cricket Bakelite Vesta Case.
A rare Victorian vesta case, match safe with striker. The
Category
20th Century British Sporting Art Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Materials
Bakelite
Antique American Student Converted Twin Oil Lamp By Bradley & Hubbard 1800's
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in High Wycombe, GB
Art Brass tables, call bells, candlestick holders, clocks, match safes, lamps, architectural grilles
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American American Classical Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Set of Hound-Form Cast Iron Andirons
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
over the years produced Art Brass tables, call bells, candlestick holders, clocks, match safes, lamps
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
Cartier Paris 1910 Vesta Mechanical Matches Box 18Kt Yellow Gold With Sapphire
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
match safes. The first successful friction match appeared in 1826, and in 1832 William Newton patented
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Boxes and Cases
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 1.7 in D 0.47 in L 1.57 in
Antique Wang Hing Chinese Export Silver Vesta or Matchsafe
By Wang Hing & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
silver match safe!
Date:
Late 19th or Early 20th Century
Overall Condition:
It is in overall good, as
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Boxes and Cases
Materials
Silver
Sterling Silver Native American Indian Motif "Note Holder" American, Circa 1880
Located in Incline Village, NV
left (see image). It is 2 7/8" high x 2" wide resembling and in the style of a match safe; probably
Category
Antique 1880s American Native American Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 2.88 in W 2 in D 0.35 in
Indian Chief Motif Porcelain Humidor, American, circa 1900
Located in Incline Village, NV
that topic; note cigar store "Indians", match safes, and humidors. This is a very desirable and item of
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Native American Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Porcelain
Antique James E Blake Sterling Silver Reticulated Filigree Tray Dish 203g 9"
By James E. Blake Co.
Located in Dayton, OH
range of sterling and silverplate goods including match safes, vanity sets, novelty cork screws, etc
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 1.25 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in
Antique Dog Kennel Silver and Enamel Vesta Case
By George Heath
Located in Newark, England
America the more original term “match safes” was used.
Sterling Silver is an alloy composed by weight of
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Gallic Plate by Match Pewter (Stamped)
Located in Austin, TX
the highest degree of craftsmanship. Made from a food-safe alloy that is lead-free and FDA approved
Category
20th Century Italian Platters and Serveware
Materials
Pewter
Luxurious Hand-Made Serving Set with Hand-Blown Food-Safe Glass Bowls
By Shewekar Elgharably
Located in Cairo, EG
Luxurious Hand-Made Serving Set with Hand-Blown Food-Safe Glass Bowls.
This is how feasts are made
Category
2010s Egyptian Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Acrylic
Mix & Match, Six Contemporary Porcelain Bread Plates with Multicolored Flowers
By Francesca Colombo
Located in MILAN, IT
, this "Mix and Match" bread porcelain set of six is the perfect solution. It is an explosion of colorful
Category
2010s Italian Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Mix & Match, Six Contemporary Porcelain Dessert Plates with Multicolored Flowers
By Francesca Colombo
Located in MILAN, IT
, this "Mix and Match" dessert porcelain set is the perfect solution. It is an explosion of colorful and
Category
2010s Italian Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
H 0.79 in Dm 8.47 in
Bradley & Hubbard Bookends-Ancient Greek Temple Columns & Arch
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in Downingtown, PA
measuring tapes and match safes during the war years.
The discovery of oil in Pennsylvania in 1859 also
Category
Early 20th Century American Craftsman Bookends
Materials
Iron
Pair of Huge Matched Hans Kögl Palm Tree Floor Lamps
By Hans Kögl
Located in Berlin, BE
. Three E27 each / Model A Bulbs.
To be on the the safe side, the lamp should be checked locally by a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps
Materials
Gold Plate
Mix & Match, Six Contemporary Porcelain Pasta Plates with Flowers and Birds
By Francesca Colombo
Located in MILAN, IT
, this "Mix and Match" pasta porcelain set is the perfect solution. It is an explosion of colorful and
Category
2010s Italian Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Mix & Match, Six Contemporary Porcelain Dinner Plates with Flowers and Animals
By Francesca Colombo
Located in MILAN, IT
, this "Mix and Match" dinner porcelain set is the perfect solution. It is an explosion of colorful and
Category
2010s Italian Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Louis Kuppenheim 1900 Germany Neo Classic Vesta Oval Box In .900 Silver Pill Box
By Louis Kuppenheim
Located in Miami, FL
States they are more prosaically know as match safes. The first successful friction match appeared in
Category
Early 20th Century German Neoclassical Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
H 1.81 in W 0.98 in D 0.67 in
14 Karat Yellow Gold Stud Earrings Matched Oval Cabochon Emeralds Bezel Diamonds
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
cabochon emerald, carefully selected to ensure a perfect match in color and quality. These two emeralds
Category
2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.3 in L 0.5 in
Alternating Sapphire & Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Bracelet contains 18 finely matched round brilliant sapphires, 8.36tcw cw and 18 round brilliant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Mid Century Modern Travertine Table lamp 70s
By Philippe Barbier, George Kovacs
Located in Cork, IE
palette, this travertine lamp is a perfect match for interiors decorated in different styles.
Dimensions
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Travertine
Hercules Antaeus Bronze Sculpture by Carl Kauba
By Carl Kauba
Located in Houston, TX
whose strength appeared invincible. He challenged all passers-by to a wrestling match that he invariably
Category
Antique 19th Century Austrian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Oval Cut Sapphire & Round Diamond Halo Bracelet in 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Finely matched oval cut sapphire and round brilliant diamond halo bracelet in 14k white gold
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Tennis Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold
Oval Cut Ruby & Round Brilliant Diamond Bracelet in 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Finely matched oval cut sapphire and round brilliant diamond straight row bracelet in 18k white
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Tennis Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
fferrone Set of 2 Czech Contemporary Tulip Tall Large Wine Glasses Handmade
By Felicia Ferrone
Located in Chicago, IL
Collection can be mixed and matched as one pleases.
Each piece is handcrafted by master glassblowers of
Category
2010s Czech Modern Barware
Materials
Glass
Cushion Cut Sapphire & Princess Cut Diamond Bracelet in 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Finely matched cushion cut sapphire and princess cut diamond straight row bracelet in 18k white
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Tennis Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Anatolian Glazed Heritage Lamp – Vintage Handcrafted Mediterranean
Located in London, GB
. This lamp suits a variety of lampshades, allowing you to customize the look to match your decor. A
Category
Vintage 1930s Turkish Rustic Table Lamps
Materials
Clay
H 13.39 in W 9.45 in D 9.45 in
14K Yellow Gold 1/2 Cttw Princess Cut Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
sparkling earrings feature a matched pair of princess cut diamonds cradled in classic prong settings in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Architectural Yellow ZigZag Dining Table, Customisable
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
. The table top is finished with a food safe lacquer which is skilfully applied onto a colour matched
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Minimalist Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
Christmas Tree Clear Red Made in Artistic Blow Murano Glass
By Roberto Beltrami
Located in Murano, VE
detail.
Choose your preferred color during the selection process to match your holiday theme perfectly
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Centerpieces
Materials
Blown Glass
Christmas Tree Red Made in Artistic Blow Murano Glass
By Roberto Beltrami
Located in Murano, VE
detail.
Choose your preferred color during the selection process to match your holiday theme perfectly
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Centerpieces
Materials
Blown Glass
Bakelite and Lucite Long Necklace White, Hot Pink, Apple Green Beads
Located in Atlanta, GA
shapes: round, square stick, tomato, and ovoid. The piece boasts a mix-and-match of flashy colors, apple
Category
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
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W 0.82 in L 45.63 in
Tabletop Humidor by Döttling
Located in New York, NY
Around the world, Döttling luxury safes find homes among select connoisseurs and enthusiasts of the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Materials
Leather
Carmelina Street Vendor of Prickly Pears Head Vase
By Patrizia Italiano
Located in Milan, IT
red, while the nose matches the head and appears surmounted by a lush crown of green prickly pear
Category
2010s Italian Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Teste di Moro, Six Contemporary Porcelain Dinner Plates in Soft Grey
By Francesca Colombo
Located in MILAN, IT
grey, this piece will have a sophisticated impact on any refined dining table. The same design matches
Category
2010s Italian Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
American modern glass and steel Luar coffee table by Ross Littell, 1970s
By Ross Littell
Located in MIlano, IT
inclination on the metal, so the rectangular glass top does not match perfectly with the support structure
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Steel
H 16.54 in W 57.09 in D 23.63 in
Pair of Neoclassical Maison Jansen Curule Side Tables, France 1970s
By Maison Jansen
Located in Cork, IE
tables are well proportioned and due to their timeless elegance are a suitable match to various interior
Category
Vintage 1970s French Neoclassical Side Tables
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Michael Kneebone Carved Golden South Seas Pearl Yellow Sapphire Drop Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
carved in Bali. The lively, perfectly matched and brilliant cut sapphires (origin: Thailand) are in a
Category
2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
South Sea Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
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W 0.5 in L 0.88 in
Orbis Suspended Round Mirror with a Modern Yellow Frame
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, GB
to match a specific colour scheme.
Measures: 60cm (23.62") Diameter x 3cm (1.18") Deep
41cm (16.14
Category
2010s British Modern More Mirrors
Materials
Aluminum
Teste di Moro, Collection in Soft Grey, Contemporary Porcelain Dinner Plates Set
By Francesca Colombo
Located in MILAN, IT
grey, this piece will have a sophisticated impact on any refined dining table. The same design matches
Category
2010s Italian Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
H 0.79 in Dm 10.63 in
Teste di Moro, Collection in Soft Grey, Contemporary Porcelain Dessert Plate
By Francesca Colombo
Located in MILAN, IT
grey, this piece will have a sophisticated impact on any refined dining table. The same design matches
Category
2010s Italian Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Teste di Moro, Collection in Soft Grey, Contemporary Porcelain Dessert Plate
By Francesca Colombo
Located in MILAN, IT
grey, this piece will have a sophisticated impact on any refined dining table. The same design matches
Category
2010s Italian Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Christmas Tree Green Made in Artistic Blow Murano Glass
By Roberto Beltrami
Located in Murano, VE
detail.
Choose your preferred color during the selection process to match your holiday theme perfectly
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Centerpieces
Materials
Blown Glass
Tanzanite & Diamond Three Stone Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Ring contains one center elongated cushion cut tanzanite, 4.28ct and two matched side stone step
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Tanzanite, White Gold
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Match Safe For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the match safe you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, silver and sterling silver, every match safe was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer match safe, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A match safe, designed in the Art Nouveau, Victorian or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made match safe has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Gorham Manufacturing Company, Gorham and Joseph Gloster are consistently popular.
How Much is a Match Safe?
Prices for a match safe can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $80 and can go as high as $8,950, while the average can fetch as much as $882.
Questions About Match Safe
- What is a match safe?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A match safe is a small portable box that is designed to hold matches and keep them dry. In the early 19th century, these boxes were very popular since matches were known to ignite unexpectedly when carried without a protective cover.