Description: Victorian 1857 Silver Vesta Case & Cutter – Charles Rawlings & William Summers. ❖ VERY RARE ANTIQUE 1857 (165 YEARS OLD) EARLY VICTORIAN SILVER VESTA CASE & CHEROOT CUTTER COMBINATION ❖ MADE BY & WITH SILVER HALLMARKS FOR ‘CHARLES RAWLINS & WILLIAM SUMMERS’ OF LONDON IN 1857 ❖ HAND MADE ❖ WEIGHT – 28 GMS ❖ DIMENSIONS – APPROX. 5.9 CM (59 MM - 2.3”) x 2.6 CM (26 MM – 1.0”) ❖ EXCELLENT CONDITON ❖ ENGINE TURNED DECORATION WITH ENGRAVED INITIALS TO A CIRCULAR CARTOUCHE This is a beautiful example of a very rare antique – 1857 (165 years old) – early Victorian ‘engine turned’ Vesta Case with a combined Cheroot cutter, made by Charles Rawlins and William Summers of London. These very rare Silver, twin compartmented Vesta cases, produced by the famous Victorian Silversmith duo, Charles Rawlins and William Summers of London are very sought after by collectors around the world. This silver Vesta case and Cheroot Cutter combination is rectangular in shape with two hinged compartments and a ribbed striking surface on the side. The hinged lids to each compartment are both in great shape, moving smoothly with a good fit. The interior of each compartment and lid carries the Silver Hallmarks for Charles Rawlings & William Summers, London 1857. The outer casing has lovely engine turned decoration and engraved initials within a circular cartouche. A fantastic Vesta case combination (very rare) to hang from an Albert or chain, or is just the right size and shape to fit nicely in a pocket. A great gift for any collector or those who appreciate a good cigar. SPECIFICATIONS Item: An early Victorian – 1857 – Vesta Case with Cheroot Cutter combination Silversmith: Charles Rawlins & William Summers of London Country of Origin: England Year: 1857 Alloy: Silver Dimensions: Length: Approx. 5.9 cm (59 mm – 2.3 Inches) Width: Approx. 2.6 cm (26 mm – 1.0 Inches) Weight: 28 gms Markings: Clear Silver Hallmarks for Charles Rawlins and William Summers, London, 1857 on the inside lid and interior of each compartment. Please see photos. CONDITION: Used – Excellent Condition. This superb 1857 early Victorian antique Silver – Charles Rawlins & William Summers of London – Vesta Case with Cheroot Cutter combination is in amazing condition for its age (165 years old) with only minor surface wear commensurate with its age and use. Both the hinged lids open and close smoothly with a snug fit to the body. The interiors of each compartment are also in excellent condition and have clear silver hallmarks stamped in both. Please see the enlargeable photos, which form an integral part of this condition report. Take a look at my other listings which includes a diverse range of political and other collectable figures, as well as, Winston Churchill memorabilia; jewellery; rare coins; stamps; silverware; Britains lead Soldiers; and much more - you will not be disappointed - If you are interested in more than one item, let me know and I may be able to offer you a multi-buy discount Any Questions?? Just ask…. P&P Combined Shipping: If you buy more than one of my listings, I will, wherever possible, combine P&P to keep your costs down. If you have purchased multiple items please wait for an invoice before making your payment. Great Britain (GB) Shipping: On most occasions your purchase will be delivered by Royal Mail 2nd Class. For medium and large parcels over 2 KG I will provide you with a quote as quickly as possible. European & Rest of the World Shipping: If you require P&P to a location outside of Great Britain - international buyers can buy this very rare early Victorian Silver Vest Case Cheroot Cutter Combination through the eBay – tracked - Global Shipping Programme (GSP). Just proceed to check out as normal and e-Bay will take care of the rest including any customs or handling fees. I am pleased to report that the eBay GSP is proving to be a great success, and we have now successfully shipped items – without any damage to the carefully packaged contents - to countries as diverse as Japan, Australia, USA, and Canada to name but a few. Any questions about the GSP?? Check out the eBay help section....
Price: 159.99 GBP
Location: Sutton bridge
End Time: 2025-02-06T19:02:03.000Z
Shipping Cost: 23 GBP
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Return postage will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
After receiving the item, your buyer should cancel the purchase within: 30 days
Antique: Yes
Composition: Solid Silver
Product: Cigarette/ Vesta Cases
Style: Victorian
Material: Solid Silver
Age: 1850-1899
