Gorham Match Safe 390 Antique Vesta Case Japanese Oni American Sterling Silver
$535.91
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- Type: Match Safe
- Composition: Sterling Silver
- Age: 1850-1899
- Condition: Very good with deep patina
- Pattern: 390
- Style: Japonesque
- Brand: Gorham
Description
Exotic sterling silver match safe. Made by Gorham in Providence in 1886. Rectilinear with hinged cover. Concave underside with strike. On front and back is chased head of a Japanese oni, a folkloric figure. Fully marked including maker’s stamp, date symbol, and no. 390.
Dimensions: H 1 5/8 x W 1 3/8 x D 1/2 in. #BX111