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Traveler Vesta Case and Matching Traveler Inkwell

Item#: IW1199

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Traveler Vesta Case and Matching Traveler Inkwell - click to enlarge.

End of 19th century travelling set, in perfect condition The vesta case has two hinged lids. The inner lid has a ribbed striking plate for the matches and the top lid closes the box. The box is divided in to two compartments and covered with green leather.The top is imprinted with the word ‘Light’. The Traveler inkwell is covered with green leather and contains its original glass well, unstained, and hinged lid that springs open and has a leather plug to avoid leakage. The top is imprinted with the word ‘Ink’. Width of each is 4 cm and height is 4.5 cm. The set was made in England during 1880's. See the book ‘The Collector's world of Inkwells’ by J&F Hunting page 277.