Berrys retailer Patent Leather Cube Vesta Box Sealing Wax Light Case Traveling Antique

retailer Victorian black leather covered japanned metal cube vesta box, circa 1880
Marked in gold under a crown
BERRY'S PATENT LONDON
The lid with brass Gothic swing handle, marked in gold LIGHT, these boxes were often paired with an inkwell to melt sealing wax used in letter writing.
Strong brass catch release lid with hinged covered striking surface and covered vesta match storage.

In good sound condition typical crease wear to the leather hinge covering, no other damage or repair.
Good strong closure and opening spring.

1.5" or 38mm square, weight 64 grams.

Guaranteed old and original.
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