An elegant Victorian vesta case by H. Lewis & Co., featuring a rounded rectangular form with a bark-textured ground and a central heraldic fleur-de-lys motif set with a cushion-cut ruby and an old-mine-cut diamond. A suspension loop and striker base complete this finely detailed personal accessory.
The case is signed H. Lewis & Co. and engraved inside with the retailer’s address, 172 New Bond Street, London. It tests as 21-carat gold. The piece shows surface wear and light scratches consistent with age; the hinges are slightly stiff but functional, and all stones are present and securely set.
Details
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Maker: H. Lewis & Co.
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Period: Circa 1870–1881
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Type: Gold vesta or match case
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Design: Fleur-de-lys motif on a bark-textured ground
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Gemstones: Cushion-cut ruby and old-mine-cut diamond
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Metal: Tests as 21-carat gold
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Marks: Signed H. Lewis & Co.
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Interior engraving: 172 New Bond St, London
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Dimensions: Approx. 3.80 × 2.70cm
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Gross weight: 15.10g
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Condition: Good, with surface wear and light scratches; hinges slightly stiff but functional
A richly detailed Victorian accessory from a prestigious New Bond Street jeweller, with distinctive heraldic decoration and fine gem-set work.
