AN AMERICAN SILVER AND ENAMEL MATCH SAFE, Maker unidentified, circa 1890. Marks: EP, STERLING. 2-1/2 inches high (6....

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AN AMERICAN SILVER AND ENAMEL MATCH SAFE, Maker unidentified, circa 1890
Marks: EP, STERLING
2-1/2 inches high (6.4 cm)
0.45 troy ounce

FROM THE ESTATE OF JOHN O. ANTONELLI


The shaped match safe with meandering leaf and enameled floral motif with lobed cartouche to either side, match strike to bottom.

Condition Report*:

Pervious repair to a split seam to lid, small tear to hinge, pin dents to sides, otherwise with surface scratches commensurate with age.

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