Sale 7584
London, South Kensington
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13 May 1997
Price realised
GBP 184
Estimate
A Victorian vesta case of rectangular form, realistically stamped to resemble a string-tied parcel, one side engraved with a name, makers initials rubbed, Birmingham 1894 - 5cms; and an Edwardian heart-shaped vesta case engraved on both sides with scrollwork, one side additionally engraved with initials, J.G., Birmingham 1901 - 4cms See Centre Plate for part of lot (2)
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