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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Fish Vesta Case (1891)
About the Item
An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare antique Victorian English sterling silver fish vesta case; an addition to our collection of novelty vesta cases.
This exceptional and rare antique Victorian sterling silver vesta case has been realistically modelled in the form of a fish.
This impressive novelty vesta case is embellished with embossed details replicating the features of the fish's scales and anatomical features.
The case is fitted with a sprung hinged cover/head.
Such exceptional period examples are rare and becoming increasingly difficult to locate.
Condition
This antique and rare silver fish vesta case is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.
Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the body are all very clear.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of antique silver vesta boxes for sale.
Dimensions
Length 6.8cm/2.68'
Width 1.2cm/0.47'
Height 3.8cm/1.5'
Weight
0.8 troy ounces/23.8g
Maker: Minshull & Latimer
Date: 1891
Origin: Birmingham, England
SKU: C8858
- Creator:Minshull & Latimer (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)Diameter: 2.68 in (6.81 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1891
- Condition:Please see description.
- Seller Location:Jesmond, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: C88581stDibs: LU1200241394002
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