Antique 1906 Round Sterling Silver Vesta Case - Edwardian Birmingham Hallmark
Antique Condition Profile:
This is an authentic, 110+ year-old pocket antique from the elegant Edwardian era. It exhibits honest, gentle signs of age-appropriate use. The spring-hinged lid retains beautiful alignment and crisp snap retention, and the markings are clearly legible. Please review our high-resolution photos to fully evaluate its historic patina.
This is an authentic, 110+ year-old pocket antique from the elegant Edwardian era. It exhibits honest, gentle signs of age-appropriate use. The spring-hinged lid retains beautiful alignment and crisp snap retention, and the markings are clearly legible. Please review our high-resolution photos to fully evaluate its historic patina.
Technical Specifications & Key Features
- Dating Chronology: Manufactured in 1906, an iconic year nestled within the refined Edwardian Era.
- Assay Location: Authenticated and analyzed by the historic Birmingham Assay Office in England.
- Metal Composition: Genuine Solid Sterling Silver (Premium precious metal core throughout; not plated, filled, or bonded silver).
- Purity Verification: Officially struck with the British Lion Passant hallmark, guaranteeing a 92.5% fine silver content standard.
- Complete Hallmarking Set: Fully stamped with the proper historical assay trifecta: the Lion Passant (Purity), Anchor (Birmingham), and date letter "g" (1906 code mapping).
- Stamping Details: Deeply and cleanly struck on the interior lip frame or exterior wall lining (please see photos for exact hallmark placement).
- Aesthetic Form Factor: Highly sought-after Round / Circular pocket watch pocket geometry.
- Cabinet Metric Dimensions: Compact, tactile, pocket-ready measurements standing at approximately 50mm in length by 43mm in diameter width.
- Total Structural Weight: Substantial 17.8g composition, offering an excellent gauge of metal and a quality weight in the hand.
- Overall Condition Profile: Pre-owned — Antique condition (Excellently preserved hinge mechanism, clean curvature lines, and authentic vintage character).
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes a round-shaped vesta case highly collectible?
While the vast majority of antique British vesta cases (match safes) were produced in standard rectangular or cushion configurations, circular variants are considerably more scarce. Mimicking the classic silhouette of a luxury pocket watch, round vestas slip beautifully into waistcoat fob pockets and present a much sleeker, tactile, and highly artistic aesthetic for silver collections.
Are the hallmarks fully legible?
Yes, the official Edwardian stamps are cleanly struck. The hallmark grouping ensures immediate, verifiable proof of its solid silver purity, geographical location of testing, and exact historical timeline.
How will my antique pocket piece be shipped?
We treat historic collectibles with absolute care. This round vesta case will be thoroughly wrapped in thick layers of protective cushioning and securely boxed to ensure it reaches your presentation cabinet or collection in flawless safety.
- Carrier: Royal Mail used primarily for safe, secure delivery logistics networks.
- UK Transit Time: Arrives swiftly within 1 - 3 working days.
- Handling Time: Securely dispatched within 1 - 2 working days after cleared payment.
- Security Protocol: Antique silver collectibles are securely wrapped and sent via tracked logistics networks for absolute peace of mind.
Returns Policy
- Return Window: Hassle-free 30-day return period.
- Full Seller Coverage: We provide full return coverage if the item arrives damaged or differs significantly from our listing descriptions.