Antique Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked Chester 1902 Nick hubbard Jewellery

Antique Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked Chester 1902 Nick hubbard JewelleryThese 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. Hallmarked in Chester in 1902 by William Bradbury, this vesta case is an exquisite example of the artistry and skill of the Edwardian era. Crafted from

They have a total drop of 5 cm

has a little sparkly Cz stone set in the middle

The chain can be worn at either 41 or 46 cm to suit your neckline

and they have a 1

(code 4556)

(code 1092)

The central silver bead is 1 cm diameter

It will be presented on a quality 16 inch (41 cm) snake chain with a lobster catch

it is hand-made by Adele Taylor in Sheffield

the shorter 4

(code L83)

This frame takes a 3