{"product_id":"antique-silver-vesta-case-hallmarked-london-1904","title":"Antique Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked London, 1904","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese lovely little cases were used to keep matches in, to keep them dry and to have them to hand when they were needed. They began to be made after the invention of friction matches, or vestas, around the 1830-40s. Nowadays they can be worn as an unusual pendant or can make gorgeous little keepsakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHallmarked in London in 1904 by John Thompson \u0026amp; Sons of Clerkenwell Road, this vesta case is an exquisite example of the artistry and skill of the Edwardian era. Crafted from sterling silver it has intricate foliate engraving on front and back. It has a small cartouche on the front which is engraved with initials. It would make an elegant addition to anyone's collection, perfect for an antique silver or jewellery collector, or for people interested in social history and the history of design and manufacture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eit is in good condition, treasured by someone for many years. The hinged  sprung lid opens and closes beautifully, and the hallmark is clear and well-preserved. A charming keepsake for an unusual birthday present, or as a gift to celebrate a silver wedding anniversary .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt measures 5.3 cm tall including the bale, is 3.3cm wide and 1 cm deep.  It weighs 20g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll our antique silver is professionally cleaned and polished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(code 5070)  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree 3-5 Day Delivery  is included with this item, other options are available at checkout.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Smithsonia Gifts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56809599467903,"sku":"5070","price":85.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/1816\/files\/thumbnail-2_b999028a-948b-4ede-aac1-1642b0d017a9.jpg?v=1768991288","url":"https:\/\/www.smithsonia.co.uk\/products\/antique-silver-vesta-case-hallmarked-london-1904","provider":"Smithsonia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}