large antique silverplated threaded glass match strike or vesta by mappin webb

Description

A very handsome large matchstrike or vesta made by the top-notch silversmith, Mappin & Webb with a full mark to the base. This one is beautiful quality and made from silverplate.
The circular base has a decorative reeded rim with a tiny foliate motif integrated around the circumference.
The large threaded globe has a silverplated insert to house the matches. The (non-safety) matches or vestas would be struck on the textured threaded glass.
A most unusual example in excellent condition, dating to the Edwardian era, around 1900/1910. The base has a diameter measuring 6 1/2", the sphere having a diameter of approximately 3" and standing around 3 1/4" tall.
Item ID: 34861
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Large Antique Silverplated Threaded Glass Match Strike or Vesta by Mappin & Webb

Price

SOLD

Item Ref

34861

Description

A very handsome large matchstrike or vesta made by the top-notch silversmith, Mappin & Webb with a full mark to the base. This one is beautiful quality and made from silverplate.
The circular base has a decorative reeded rim with a tiny foliate motif integrated around the circumference.
The large threaded globe has a silverplated insert to house the matches. The (non-safety) matches or vestas would be struck on the textured threaded glass.
A most unusual example in excellent condition, dating to the Edwardian era, around 1900/1910. The base has a diameter measuring 6 1/2", the sphere having a diameter of approximately 3" and standing around 3 1/4" tall.
Item ID: 34861
FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From London, England
FREE Worldwide Shipping Directly From London, England
Internal Ref: 34861

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