~ 1901 Edward VII Coronation Bakelite Vesta Case ~
A lovely Bakelite vesta case made in celebration of the coronation of King Edward VII in 1901.
The vesta is in the form of a book with a relief portrait of Edward VII to the front and Edwards initials surrounded by the Latin phrase ‘Honi Soit Qui Mal Y Pense’ (shame on anyone who thinks evil of it) with floral decoration to the reverse.
Both ends of the vesta open for storing matches and there is a striker to one side.
~ Dimensions ~
The vesta measures 3.5cm by 5cm.
It weighs 11g
~ Condition ~
The vesta is in a nice condition with no damages and only very minimal age wear.
