Antique VictorianSterling Silver Combination Sovereign / Vesta Case

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver combination sovereign / vesta case; an addition to our diverse box and case collection.

This exceptional antique Victorian English sterling silver combination vesta / sovereign case has a subtly domed rectangular, rounded form.

The anterior and posterior surfaces of this silver case are plain and unembellished.

This antique Victorian sterling silver sovereign case is fitted with a hinged hallmarked push fit cover allowing access to the hallmarked sprung sovereign holders.

This exceptional antique case is fitted with a ring loop attachment to one side and has a hinged hallmarked cover which incorporates a plain thumbpiece; this cover allows access to the matches.

This impressive sterling silver case has an integrated serrated panel/match striker to upper portion of the vesta case cover.

The interior of this exceptional case retains the original gilding.

Condition
This antique sterling silver sovereign case / vesta case is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional presentation condition. Full hallmarks struck to the rim of the vesta case in addition to part hallmarks to the interior of each cover, the sprung sovereign receiver and ring loop attachment are all very clear. The maker's mark has been overstruck, which was not an unusual practice, but remains very clear and distinguishable. See images 9, 10 and 11.

Dimensions
Length 5.7cm/2.2"
Width 5.9cm/2.3"
Depth 1.5cm/0.6"

Weight
2.3 troy ounces/71.5g

Maker: Thomas Hayes
Date: 1900
Origin: Birmingham, England

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