Antique Bright-cut Engraved Match Safe Vesta Floral NR

Description

Antique Engraved Sterling
Matchsafe or Vesta
Floral and Foliate Design
For Your Match Safe Collection - MatchsafeFloral2
Details
Description:
Offered here is an antique match safe or vesta made sterling silver. This match safe is bright-cut engraved with a very nice floral and foliate design on one side. This antique matchsafe was probably made in the late 1800s or early 1900s most likely in the USA. It has a striker on the bottom and a hinged lid.
Marks:
The match safe has no markings as to the maker's name. It is marked STERLING on the lip. In addition there are some letters engraved along the lip, which look like it could be MMEE?
Size:
The match safe measures 2 1/2" long, 1 1/2" wide and is ~1/4" deep.
Condition:
The striker on the bottom shows use and is encrusted with residual from many matches being struck on it. The hinged lid works great. The vesta has no several minor dings and dents on the back side. In addition, it has scratches, which can be seen in the photos. However, these shortcomings are commensurate with the piece's age, which we believe is from the late 1800s or early 1900s. Please see photos to appreciate the beauty and condition of this piece.
In Closing:
A true antique available to you for a reasonable price.
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