Art Nouveau Vesta Case Antique Silver Continental Silver Smoking Accessory antique christening gifts The base has a slight

The base has a slight dimple which is difficult to see because of the marbled effect

The case has a huge amount of very dark patina which we will make no attempt to clean off as we think certain very rare antiques should never be cleaned

The brass lid shows exactly the same design as the powder compact & both have the most glorious deep golden patina

A Union Flag enamel shield charm

The hinge is signed GWENDA BRITISH MADE

Art Nouveau Vesta Case Antique Silver Continental Silver Smoking Accessory antique christening gifts The base has a slightA beautiful stylish hallmarked Art Nouveau solid silver vesta case. This is a high quality smoking accessory & it is adorned with Art Nouveau repoussage floral motifs & designs. The cartouche is surrounded by elaborate scroll work. The intertwined letters are so stylized it is not possible to say for certain what letters they are & they become part of the composition so perfectly balanced. The interior case is the most gorgeous vermeil a rich gold, as