Description

Back when jewelers had all the time in the world (and gold was crazy cheap), fabulous little objets d’art like this were everywhere! This antique French vesta case is covered in the loveliest floral pattern, with a bail on the side so it can hang from a chain.

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, vesta cases carried matches and were often worn on a chain as jewelry, a perfect marriage of usefulness and great design. Today they make fabulous statement pendants or charms, and a small, very collectible piece of everyday history. Matches optional.

• 18kt Yellow Gold
• Measures: 1.90″ L x 1.45″
• 22.2 Grams