{"product_id":"antique-victorian-sterling-silver-vesta-case-chester-1886-likely-joseph-fray-c3106","title":"Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Vesta Case - Chester 1886 - Likely Joseph Fray - C3106","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA small Victorian sterling silver vesta case with softly rounded rectangular form, finely chased foliate decoration, a vacant cartouche and a ribbed striker.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis antique Victorian sterling silver vesta case dates to 1886 and carries a full Chester hallmark.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe rectangular case has softly rounded corners and a raised central panel decorated with hand chased leaves and scrollwork. One side incorporates a vacant shaped cartouche, while the surrounding borders are engraved with geometric and foliate detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe hinged cap is plain across the top, and a ribbed striker is incorporated into the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe case carries a full Chester hallmark for 1886, including the duty mark bearing the head of Queen Victoria. The maker's mark appears to be that of Joseph Fray.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 4 cm long, this is a relatively small example of the form and may have been intended for a lady.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGood antique condition with clear signs of period use. There is surface wear throughout, together with some indents to the base. The chased decoration remains well defined and the hinged cap operates correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Measurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 4 cm [1.57 in]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 2.75 cm [1.08 in]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 16.3 g [0.57 oz]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Sterling silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDate: 1886\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssay office: Chester\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaker: Likely Joseph Fray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003eC3106 SP26-5\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTracked and insured shipping is provided free of charge to most UK addresses, there may be charges for remote or offshore locations. Your item(s) will usually be shipped within 48hrs of order (weekdays), you will receive an email with confirmation of shipping and tracking code when your item is despatched. Delivery is usually 1-3 business days from despatch, if you need an item more urgently please get in touch to see if we can assist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor international buyers\u003c\/strong\u003e once you have added the item to your cart and specified your delivery address the system will calculate the shipping price for you. Shipping prices are automatically calculated for the most common destinations and items, if the system does not give you a shipping price for your particular item and location simply \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bluecherryantiques.co.uk\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e and we will update the system for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease note if you are purchasing an item for delivery outside the UK you may have to pay taxes and duties upon import. Blue Cherry Antiques does not collect tax or duty on any sale, and the payment of such taxes should they arise is the responsibility of the purchaser.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShipping for international orders will be by a tracked (where possible) and insured service via airmail or parcel carrier depending on location and item purchased.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blue Cherry Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56318455939457,"sku":"C3106","price":89.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0232\/7337\/files\/C3106_Silver_Vesta_Case_1_of_14.jpg?v=1790270813","url":"https:\/\/www.bluecherryantiques.co.uk\/products\/antique-victorian-sterling-silver-vesta-case-chester-1886-likely-joseph-fray-c3106","provider":"Blue Cherry Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}