$191.25 $225.00
Description:
A striking antique Silver plated and etched Vesta Case on a heavy and long Sterling Silver Rolo chain. This Art Deco Era case has an etched design on it but the one side features a rounded rectangular cartouche shape in the center surrounded horizontal pinstripes. On either side of the cartouche is are sets of vertical pinstripes. The back has only the etched vertical pinstripes. Both front and back sides are framed with a small decorative design all around the edges.
The case is beveled at the top and has a loop for a chain in the center. The beveled top side has a tiny and ornate design etched on it. The lid is hinged at the bottom and has a tab to depress to open it up. Inside the case it is marked on a small round tab SILVER PLATED NS.
WHAT IS A VESTA CASE?
A vesta case, or simply a “vesta” is a small box made to hold matches. The first successful friction match appeared around 1832 when William Newton patented his "wax vesta" match in England. Newton named his matches after Vesta, the Roman goddess of fire. Small containers to hold this new friction match were introduced. In England these containers took their name from Newton’s invention, and were called “vesta cases", "vesta boxes" or "vestas". In America the more popular term "match safe" was used.
The locket or case hangs on a new heavy Sterling Silver Rolo chain that has a filigree clasp. It is 24” long (matinee length) and could also fit over the head rather than using the clasp due to its longer length.
Weight:
48.8 grams together with the locket case and the chain
case locket alone - 30.2
chain alone - 18.6 grams
Size:
Approximately 2 1/4” long x 1 1/2” wide and about 1/3” deep at the top edge.
The Sterling Silver Rolo chain is 24" long.
Condition:
This vesta case / locket is in nice condition with wear commensurate with antique age. The top closes securely. The new chain is in good condition and the filigree fish hook clasp closes securely.
Markings:
The case is marked SILVER PLATED NS inside.
The chain is marked 925 on one of the inner side of the filigree clasp.
** Loose stones and/or boxes are used to provide color and perspective in our photos are not included in your purchase. **
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