{"product_id":"edwardian-metal-leatherette-covered-vesta-case-original-matches","title":"Edwardian metal leatherette covered vesta case, original matches","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAntique Victorian\/Edwardian Traveling Match Vesta Box - \"LIGHT\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis is a charming and rare example of a late 19th to early 20th-century traveling match safe (vesta box). These pieces were essential accessories for the sophisticated traveler of the Victorian or Edwardian eras, often part of a coordinated travel set.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe box is finished in a durable, pebble-grained leatherette and features a crisp, embossed \"LIGHT\" label on the top in a classic serif font. It features a unique pop-up hinged lid that remains functional, revealing an interior that still contains a few vintage matches.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeriod: Late Victorian to Edwardian (c. 1890–1910).\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFunction: Designed to hold matches for portable illumination while traveling.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition: Excellent antique condition with minor age-related wear to the leatherette. The pop-up hinge is sturdy and works perfectly.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails: Includes original vintage matches inside.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCollector's Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eItems marked with \"LIGHT\" are highly collectible, especially when found in such complete condition. They were frequently paired with \"INK\" or \"STAMPS\" boxes in luxury traveling chests of the period.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"A Nice Old Thing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":61364239073610,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1010\/9317\/9722\/files\/IMG_0470.jpg?v=1773764951","url":"https:\/\/aniceoldthing.com\/products\/edwardian-metal-leatherette-covered-vesta-case-original-matches","provider":"A Nice Old Thing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}