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AN EDWARD PRINCE OF WALES ROYAL PRESENTATION ...

A rare and well-preserved example of 1910 from London, 1919, noted for its craftsmanship, material quality, and historical relevance.

An "Edward Prince of Wales Royal Presentation Silver Vesta Case" by Alfred Clark, London, 1919, is a rare, high-quality silver Vesta case (match holder) made by the prestigious silversmith Alfred Clark, marked with hallmarks for London 1919, and bearing the cypher of the future Edward VIII (then Prince of Wales) as a royal presentation item. These were typically given as gifts from the Prince, often with personalized inscriptions or gift tags, indicating their significance as royal memorabilia. An exceptionally rare of ROYAL INTEREST fine quality early 20th century silver Vesta Case complete with original leather pouch, the case of rounded rectangular form with hinged flip top lid and silver gilt interior, engraved to the front with the cypher of Edward Prince of Wales (the POW feathers above the initial letter E Made By Alfred Clark, London, 1919 Retailed "CLARKE 33 NEW BOND St . W" In good condition with no damage or repair Light surface scratches to commensurate ...with age. Lid snap perfect

— Details

Reference

SA1190442

Origin

London, 1919

Period

1910

Dimensions

W 4.3cm × H 5.3cm

Weight

62 g

Rarity

Exceptionally rare

Provenance

The Exact Silver Royal Vesta Case Is Housed In The POWERHOUSE COLLECTION OBJECT NO. A7778 Credit Line:- Gift of the Royal Australian Historical Society, 1981 Acquisition Date:- 23 June 1981.

Condition

Excellent — see description