Description: An extremely rare and exceptionally high-quality solid silver vesta case of rectangular form with hinged opening mechanism to reveal the match box and a second internal hinged mechanism with wings to protect a lit match from the wind hence why it was called the "wind screen matchbox" vesta case. A third concealed hinged plate to slot in the cardboard match striker. All parts are hallmarked. It's a heavy 77 gram in weight without the matchbox and match striker and 86 gram with them. An absolutely gorgeous item that would look great in any collection. A truly beautiful collectors' piece and a must-have for novelty silver collectors. An ideal gift idea. An example of a 1915 London News advert of a similar styled but a slightly different design wind screen matchbox vesta case made by J.C. Vickery, describing the matchbox "Excellent for Motoring, Golfing and for all Sportsman". "Enables one to obtain a light easily in the strongest wind". MAKER: Cohen & Charles, London. Retailed by A. Barrett & Sons, 83 & 64 Piccadilly MEDIUM: Fully Hallmarked with "C&C", Sterling Silver, London, and the year 1916. Retailer "A. Barrett & Sons, 83 & 64 Piccadilly" also marked on the underside. YEAR: 1916 CONDITION: In excellent condition with no damage or repair. The hinges function and internal mechanism working smoothly. Please view all the pictures to see the condition. MEASUREMENTS: Height - 6 cm Width - 4 cmDepth - 2 cm WEIGHT: Silver Only: 77 g. Gross: 86 g
Price: 350 GBP
Location: London
End Time: 2025-01-03T23:13:30.000Z
Shipping Cost: 24.75 GBP
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Brand: Cohen & Charles
Pattern: Century
Antique: Yes
Composition: Solid Silver
Style: George V
Product: Cigarette/ Vesta Cases
Material: Solid Silver
Age: 1900-1940
