Sterling Silver Vesta / Match Striker by J Walker, Birmingham, 1888. 19th Century and a founder member of

and a founder member of the Society of Wildlife Artists

fully hallmarked for Edward Viner

Both chip forks have some lights scuffs in areas (please see photographs) but nonetheless remain very attractive overall

Height: 65cm

Height: 87cm

Sterling Silver Vesta / Match Striker by J Walker, Birmingham, 1888. 19th Century and a founder member ofA very attractive late 19th century sterling silver vesta and match striker, fully hallmarked for J Walker, Birmingham, 1888. The vesta boasts a striking wave form design with a hinged lid and striker to the base. The silver shows some wear commensurate with age, the most notable of which is a small tear to the silver at the top where presumably a loop for a chain would previously have been in place (please see photographs). The lid opens and closes