Offered here is a fine antique Victorian English sterling silver vesta case/match safe hallmarked for Birmingham, dated circa 1891.

The case features a beautifully executed hand-painted enamel plaque depicting a fashionable lady in outdoor setting, mounted within a polished sterling silver body with striker edge and suspension loop.

Hallmarks include:

• Sterling lion passant

• Birmingham anchor assay mark

• Date letter believed to be 1891

• Maker’s mark appearing as “CS FS” (please examine photographs)

The case measures approximately 53 mm high.

A charming late Victorian example combining decorative enamel artistry with a classic gentleman’s accessory form.

An attractive addition to collections of:

• Victorian silver

• Vesta cases and match safes

• Enamel silver

• Tobacciana

• Antique gentleman’s accessories

Please review all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.