Early 20th Century American Silver Novelty Match Safe

Description

Heading: Novelty silver match safe
Date: Second half of the 20th century
Period: 1880-1920
Origin: USA
Marks: Impressed “Sterling”
Body: Monkey shaped with a hinged lid and a striker on the base
Size: 5.2cm tall 3.7cm long and 3cm wide
Condition: Excellent
Restoration: None
Weight: 61 grams

A vesta case in Britain. a match safe to our American cousins. At first glance we all thought that this would have been made in Birmingham at the turn of the century. however. we were advised by the vendor that this is American in origin. This does not carry British hallmarks. but has an impressed Sterling mark.

We are hoping to return this charming fellow home.