Item #111
Antique Dutch 833 Silver Matchbox Holder Vesta Case With Embossed Pastoral Scene
Description
A large antique Dutch silver matchbox holder — a sleeve-style case designed to hold a standard matchbox, which slides inside the open frame. Marked on the front with the Dutch Lion Passant hallmark indicating a minimum 833 silver fineness, and also bearing the Minerva head duty mark. The front panel features a beautifully detailed embossed raised-relief pastoral scene depicting cattle and a farmer beneath a tree, framed by scrollwork corners. The silver has a warm aged patina consistent with early 19th-century Dutch silverwork. Minor signs of normal age and wear overall; very good condition considering age. Measures approximately 4.46 inches long by 2.74 inches wide by 1.35 inches tall. Total weight 117 g.
Specifications
- Circa
- 1830
- Metal
- Silver · 83.3%
- Weight
- 117.00 grams total
- Product Type
- Matchbox Holder
- Length
- 4.46 in
Notes
Marked with Dutch Lion Passant (833 minimum silver) and Minerva head duty mark. Early 19th-century Dutch silver.
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Condition & Wear
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