ANTIQUE ST SILVER MEPHISTO MATCH SAFE HOLDER VESTA

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Description: Antique, Victorian sterling silver match safe holder vesta. Made circa 1880-1910.

Measures 1 3/4 inches high. Weighs approx 55 grams.

Extraordinary, rare form - Mephisto / devil's head, highly appropirate character when relating to fire. Made of solid, sterling silver. Amazing detail from the wavy hair of his pointed beard, to the furrows of his hair, long, pointy ears and high cheekbones. Glass eyes, protruding lips with finely detailed teeth, tiny horns and glass eyes. A button on the fat, hooked nose causes the lid to spring open - held at the back of his head by a secure hinge. Clips tightly closed.

Ridges under neck for striking a match.

Marked underneath 925 for sterling silver.

Very good condition.

Status: For Sale	Reference#: 3893
Condition: good	Year: 1880
Title: ANTIQUE ST SILVER MEPHISTO MATCH SAFE HOLDER VESTA

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