Unusual Green and Clear Matchstriker

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Description: Lovely and unusual green ribbed glass match striker. Original sterling rim is clearly hallmarked Birmingham 1914. A fine example of pieces from the"Art Nouveau" period. As the name suggests, loose matches would be stored inside, and then individually struck across the ribbing on the glass, producing friction, and t by flame.

Status: Sold	Reference#: 70171
Condition: Excellent	Year: 1914
Country: England
Height: 1.75 in. (4.44 cm)
Width: 2.25 in. (5.72 cm)
Title: Unusual Green and Clear Matchstriker	Style: Traditional
Materials: Glass, Silver

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