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When were Vesta cases invented?
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Vesta cases were invented in the early 18th century, shortly after the 1826 advent of the friction “lucifer” matches, which could spontaneously ignite and even explode from friction. Vesta cases were developed to hold the matches to protect them from friction — and the match-holder from danger. Small and compact, these cases typically had a hinged lid and were usually made of gold or silver, and they ranged from very plain to highly ornate. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vesta cases from top sellers worldwide.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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English Silver Engraved Chester Hallmarked Vesta Case
Located in Nottingham, GB
English Silver Engraved Chester Hallmarked Vesta Case
Good condition
Free international shipping.
Category
Antique 19th Century Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver and Enamel Vesta Case
By George Wilkinson
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian sterling silver and enamel vesta case; an
Category
Antique 1880s British Victorian Sterling Silver
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver and Enamel Vesta Case
By Rolason Brothers
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian sterling silver and enamel vesta case; an
Category
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Antique Dog Kennel Silver and Enamel Vesta Case
By George Heath
Located in Newark, England
Silver and Enamel Vesta Case. The Silver and Enamel Vesta Case of Novelty shape modelled as a Dog Kennel
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
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Antique Silver Golfing Match Safe, Vesta Case
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Golf Vesta case
A round antique silver golfing match safe with striker on the bottom. The match
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Sporting Art Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Materials
Silver
Antique Silver Boot Vesta Case and Taper Holder
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Russian silver vesta case in the form of a boot, an
Category
Antique 1850s Russian Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Silver