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Striking antique figural vesta or pocket match safe featuring an unusually elaborate raised design with multiple human faces/heads and a winged figure.
The detailed repoussé-style decoration wraps across the piece and gives this match safe a particularly unusual appearance. At least six individual faces or heads can be seen within the design, along with the prominent winged figure.
The match safe has a hinged lid and a textured striker surface along the bottom.
Approximate measurements: • 2 7/8 inches tall
• 1 3/4 inches wide
• Weight approximately 30 grams
No readable maker's mark has been identified.
The metal has been professionally tested and was determined not to be a precious metal. I am therefore making no claim that this piece is sterling silver or any other precious-metal alloy.
This is an especially interesting example for a collector of antique vestas, match safes, smoking accessories, figural metalwork, or unusual Victorian-era decorative pieces.
Please examine all photographs carefully for design details, patina, surface wear and overall condition. Photos are considered part of the description.
