Collectibles: Comics, Sports, Tobacciana
Lot 39:
Description
This collection consists of three vintage metal match accessories, likely dating from the late 19th to early 20th century. The primary item is a brass vesta case featuring a side-hinged lid and a ribbed decorative element near the hinge. The front face is embossed with a circular mark for The Diamond Match Co. with the word SAFETY and MADE IN USA in the center. A textured striking surface is located along the bottom edge. The second item is a rectangular matchbox slide-on cover made of brass, featuring an intricate, all-over embossed pattern of geometric shapes and floral motifs. The third item is a rectangular matchbox slide-on cover, possibly constructed of nickel or silver-plated metal. One side displays an engraved scenic landscape with figures, while the reverse side features a repeating pattern of stars within a grid.
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