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Late Victorian 9ct Vesta Case


Late Victorian
9ct Vesta Case
Chester 1896
Maker's mark for Henry Matthews, Vittoria Street, Birmingham.
There are two faint inscriptions, in the top right hand corner M.F., and in the bottom left hand corner L.M.. There is also the very faint remains of initials in the bottom right hand corner but it is too rubbed to read.
The armorial emblem is in very good condition with "SPEM FORTUNA ALIT" in the banner which translates into Fortune Nourishes Hope. ( a popular family motto).
Approximate dimensions: 43mm x 41mm, weight 17.1g.
The vesta is in very good condition.
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Bridgnorth Shropshire
England , UK
Tel : 07713150485
Non UK callers : +44 7713150485
9ct Vesta Case
Chester 1896
Maker's mark for Henry Matthews, Vittoria Street, Birmingham.
There are two faint inscriptions, in the top right hand corner M.F., and in the bottom left hand corner L.M.. There is also the very faint remains of initials in the bottom right hand corner but it is too rubbed to read.
The armorial emblem is in very good condition with "SPEM FORTUNA ALIT" in the banner which translates into Fortune Nourishes Hope. ( a popular family motto).
Approximate dimensions: 43mm x 41mm, weight 17.1g.
The vesta is in very good condition.
Free P&P in UK. All our items include postage and packaging in the UK.
Buyers outside the UK need to email us for postage costs before buying. Overseas buyers need to check that the item they intend buying can be imported into their country and will be responsible for paying any customs and/or tax charges.
Only form of payment available is through clicking on the Buy Securely icon. We are not able to process debit/credit card payments over the phone.
If you wish to return any item then you need to advise us via email within 14 days after the day the goods are received and you will need to pay the return postage. On safe receipt of the goods the refund will be made.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 22/MAY/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.
Category Antique and Vintage Jewellery
Date 1896
Late Victorian Antiques Material Gold
Origin English
Maker Henry Matthews | Silversmith
Item code as218a1490 / XFIYD-0817
Status Sold
£545.00 
$731.61 
€648.71 

$

€

Conversion rates as of 22/MAY/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
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All our prices include postage and packaging in the UK.
Customers outside the UK must email us for postage costs before buying.
Customers outside the UK must email us for postage costs before buying.
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By appointment only
Bridgnorth Shropshire
England , UK
Tel : 07713150485
Non UK callers : +44 7713150485
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