Edwardian Tobacco Accessories

Table petrol lighter designed by Andrei Andreev Aleksandrov. This is a beautiful table petrol lighter, created in Moscow during the Russian imperial period, back in the 1908-1926. The table-desk lighter was crafted in an oval shape by the silversmith Andrei Andreev Aleksandrov in solid .875/.999 sterling silver with repousse and plain patterns. The repousse design has the motifs of flowers and organic patterns. The lighter is fitted with a removable lid which show the monogram CB-III in Cyrillic letters in attribution to the previous owner, all accented in yellow gold. Period: Circa 1908-1926. Weight: 124.95 Grams, (80.10 Dwt). Measurements: 63 mm by 52 mm by 95 mm (2.48 x 2.05 x 3.75 Inches). Hallmarks: Stamped with Russian Empire post 1908 marks: the delta for the city of Moscow; the maker's mark AA inside an octagonal cartouche, associated to Andrei Andreev Aleksandrov, the kokoshnik mark 84 to the right for the assay and fineness of the .875 silver and signed, "AA 84". Kokoshnik Mark This is a traditional Russian head...

Rare, American, Edwardian Period, sterling silver-mounted threaded crystal match striker, The Durgin Silver Co. (William B. Durgin), Concord, New Hampshire, Ca. 1900. Measures 2 1/...

Large, Edwardian-Style, controlled bubbles crystal match striker, England, Ca. 1960's, Thomas Webb - maker. (The striker is signed by the maker on the underside of the striker - see ...

Edwardian Period, sterling silver-mounted threaded crystal match striker, Birmingham, England, year-hallmarked for 1910, J. Grinsell and Sons - makers. Measures 2 inches high x 2 inc...

Unusual, vintage, sterling silver-mounted, controlled bubbles crystal match holder, Sheffield, England, year-hallmarked for 2007. The controlled b...

Rare, large, Edwardian sterling silver-mounted threaded crystal match striker having a full sterling silver match cup, Birmingham, England, year-hallmarked for 1915. Measures 3 1/2...

Edwardian Period, sterling silver-mounted crystal match striker, Birmingha,. England, year-hallmarked for 1911, Mappin and Webb - makers. Measures 4 1/2 inches high x 3 3/4 inches di...

Large, Edwardian Period, sterling silver-mounted threaded crystal match striker, American, Ca. 1910. Measures 2 3/4 inches high x 3 inches diameter (at widest point). There a a few v...

Table petrol lighter designed by Tiffany & Co. A very unusual table petrol lighter, created in Paris France by Tiffany & Co. back in the 1916. This is an extremely rare table lighter has been crafted in solid .900/.999 silver and carved Orbicular Ocean Jasper. Mounted in a round dentilated flat base and fitted with a chained lid. Gemstones: The main body of the lighter is carved from one single piece of rare Orbicular Ocean Jasper from Madagascar. Birthstone: For the month of April 20 to May 20 Weight: 226.50 Grams, (145.19 Dwt). Measurements: 47 mm by 47 mm by (1.85 x 1.85 x 3.75 Inches). Hallmarks: Stamped with French marks, the maker's maitre mark EM inside a lozange cartouche, the brand name mark, the French tax plaque Ministere Des Finances with monogram CI and signed, "TIFFANY & CO. PARIS". Note: On 10th December 1910 the French state adopted a new tax regulations on all devices indented to produce spark or fire by friction, or by any other means, and of the combustion of a flammable substance. Since 1st January 1911 every lighter in France that was intended for sale in the French market had to be taxed and adequately marked. To confirm that the excise duty was paid to the Ministry of Finance a special duty metal plate (stamp) was attached (usually welded) to the lighter by the lighter manufacturers. The fees charged by the French state were high but the tax rates levied by the state were varying depending on the type and finish of the lighter. Following tax rates were used: 2 French francs for common pocket lighters, 5 Fr for pocket lighters made of silver, 20 Fr for luxury pocket lighters (e.g. made of gold), 5 Fr for common table/desk lighters (over 10 cm), 10 Fr for table/desk lighters (over 10 cm) made of silver, 50 Fr for luxury table/desk lighters (over 10 cm) made of gold or platinum. Between 1911 and 1916 a simple cooper plate was used which had the date 1911 engraved. Later, between 1916 and 1945 a new plate (undated) was introduced with the letters "C" and "I" (stands for indirect taxes) and a profile of Mercury (patron god of financial gain, commerce and messengers) with an inscription "Ministère Des Finances" (eng. Ministry of Finance). Two shapes were used for the plate – oval for table lighters, the other one for pocket lighters. Additional to the two duty plates a marking "BL" (Briquet de Luxe, eng. luxury lighter) was introduced in 1926. It was a small hallmark which was considered as more discreet and applied only on luxury lighters like Quercia or Lancel. It is worth to mention that France was not the sole country where lighters were taxed and marked with special plates...

Rare, unusual, very, very large sterling silver-mounted threaded crystal match striker, London, England, year-hallmarked for 1905, Stuart Clifford/S. Clifford and Co. - makers. The s...

A smart Edwardian liquor or whiskey hip flask. By James Dixon & Son. In silver plate, glass, and leather. With a removable silver plate cup to the base, twist top stopper ...

Edwardian Period, sterling silver-mounted threaded crystal match striker, Birmingham, England, Ca. 1910 (year mark is rubbed), Salmon and Gluckstein, Ltd.- makers. Measures 2 1/2 inc...

German 800 silver cigarette case, circa 1910. Rectangular and hinged with curved corners. On cover are enameled sin symbols: Women (opera girl), wine (champagne), and gambling (cards...

We are delighted to offer this lovely Walnut & Satinwood Faux books pipe rack with internal drawers A very good looking and decorative piece, its designed to hold three pipes in t...

Large, Edwardian, sterling silver match - mounted, threaded crystal match striker, having a full, sterling silver match cup, Birmingham, England, 1917, J. Grinsell & Sons makers. Mea...

Edwardian, sterling silver trefoil form table lighter, Birmingham, England, 1914, John Collard Vickery - maker. Measures: 3 3/4 inches wide x 3 3/4 inches deep x 2 1/2 inches high. W...

Large, Edwardian, sterling silver-mounted, beehive-form threaded crystal match striker, American, circa 1905. Measures: 3 1/4 inches high x 3 1/2 inches in diameter across base (wid...

Unusual, large, Edwardian, sterling silver mounted, threaded crystal match striker, Birmingham, England, 1904, Robert Jones -maker. Made for the Nicholls and Campbell Ltd. Wine Merch...

Edwardian, very large, sterling silver-mounted threaded crystal match striker, London, 1922. Measures: @3 1/4 inches high x @3 1/2inches diameter. Excellent condition.

Large, Edwardian, sterling silver mounted, threaded crystal match striker, American, circa 1910. Measures: 3 1/2" high x 4" diameter. Unusually wide sterling silver mount. Very minor...

A silver cased cheroot holder made from amber in three sections with a 9ct gold mounted rim. The case is designed to be attached by the ring to a double Albert watch chain and sit i...

Antique stylish brass snuff box. This piece is engraved with the following: Albert Edward Day 10 Portland Street Worcester 1913 a unique piece that brings elements of the past into now. A stylish piece with heritage that will display incredibly in your decor or a great gift. Mid-Century, Hollywood Regency, Art Deco, Eclectic, Coastal, Modern, Boho, Organic Modern, Minimalist, Scandinavian, Milano...

This fine silver vesta case is of an unusual rare small size. It measures Height 3.7cm x width 2.7cm x depth 1cm. It is a high quality very solidly made example. Hallmarked for Birm...

Fantastic quality antique Edwardian oak smokers cabinet having a fantastic quality oak smokers cabinet, with two glass doors to the front opening to reveal compartments for cigars, m...

Antique early 20th Century Edwardian coromandel wood smoker's box with solid silver mounts. This quite stunning box is made from the highly prized calamander or coromandel wood, nati...

Antique early 20th century Edwardian solid silver table lighter, in a shape of a pipe on a rectangular stepped stand, the top with a wick and two lighters. Hallmarked English Silver ...

Antique early-20th Century Edwardian solid silver & horn mounted pair of table cigar lighters. The two blackbuck antelope horns are mounted with a ...

A fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver vesta case with golfing interest; an addition to our sports related silverware colle...

This is a very good quality hardwood Vesta case, dating to the late 19th / very early 20th Century. The case is all hand-made of hardwood, possibly Walnut, with the top inlaid wit...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian sterling silver and enamel vesta case; an addition to our enamel and silverware collection. This an...

A fine and collectable antique Edwardian English sterling silver vesta case with billiard interest, an addition to our sports related silverware collection. This fine Edwardian sterling silver vesta case has a plain circular form. The anterior surface of this antique sterling silver case is embellished with a chased decorated scene depicting a billiard room with seated characters to the background and male figures playing to the foreground. The reverse surface and sides of the case are plain and unembellished. This piece is fitted with a hinged spring cover and ring loop attachment to the side. This fine antique sterling silver case incorporates a serrated panel/match striker to the underside. Condition This antique vesta case...

This exceptional antique Edwardian sterling silver tobacco box has a plain circular rounded form. The underside of this box has a subtly concave form proffering a comfortable fit in the majority of pockets. The surface of this antique silver tobacco box is plain and unembellished. This silver tobacco tin or box retains the original sprung flush hinged hallmarked subtly convex cover, which opens by applying gentle pressure to each side. The interior of the box retains the original gilding. This antique Edwardian piece is an exceptional example for its type. Condition This antique tobacco box is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The box has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition. Full hallmarks and part hallmarks struck to the interior of the box are all very clear. Dimensions Diameter 8.7cm/3.4" Height 2.4cm/0.9" Weight 3 troy ounces/92.7g Maker: William M Hayes...

Magnificent Edwardian silver and risqué nude enamel cigarette or card case by Joseph Gloster Ltd This is an exceptional antique Edwardian sterling silver cigarette case has a plain ...