Silver, Vertu, Coins & Medals - 19th & 20th July - 19th July 2016

Lot 478

A Victorian novelty silver and enamel vesta case

Estimate £600 - £800 | Hammer £1200

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Description

A Victorian novelty silver and enamel vesta case,

retailed by Houghton and Gunn, 162 New Bond Street, London 1887, also marked with registration number RD. 87598,

modelled as a triangular mile stone, enamelled 'TO ASCOT 12 MILES' and 'TO LONDON 17 MILES', hinged cover, the base with a striker, height 6.3cm, approx. weight 1.3oz.