Antique Victorian sterling silver vesta case with marks for Birmingham, 1887, Cornelius Desormeaux Saunders & James Francis Hollings (Frank) Shepard. The partnership was active form 1885 to 1929. London silversmiths, their premises were first at Barlett’s Passage and later on Fetter Lane. Engraved “BHAI // 4th May 1884) in script of the period to front.
Price marked at $250 AUD.
Measurements: 3cm by 4cm by 0.7cm. 14.4 grams.
Good antique condition with wear and dimples overall commensurate with age. Pictures form part of description.
