19th Jun, 2019 10:00

Silver, Jewellery and Watches Auction

 
  Lot 14
 

Three silver vesta cases

An enamelled silver vesta case, makers mark rubbed, Birmingham 1895, the silver case with enamelled crest of 'New College Oxford University', together with a further enamelled silver vesta case, H. Wilkinson, Birmingham 1912, with enamelled half crest of 'Exeter College Oxford University' and a bright cut engraved silver vesta case, Birmingham 1911 (3)

Note- ex lot 154 Bonhams Tuesday 27th March 2007

Sold for £130


Condition Report
New College Oxford University example- hallmarks rubbed, engraved initials to reverse, holes and wear to base where strike is located, some very slight wear to one corner of the enamel, some small dents/creases, general wear, refer to images

Exeter College Oxford University example- hallmarks reasonably clear, some light scratches and general wear, refer to images

Bright cut engraved example- Hallmarks reasonably clear, general wear, refer to images

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