{"title":"Vesta Case Pendants","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"unusual-silver-plated-vesta-case-necklace","title":"SOLD Antique Silver Plated Vesta Case Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis necklace features an unusual \u003cspan\u003esilver plated vesta case\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e on a modern sterling silver ball chain. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe vesta case has pretty floral engraving and has British silver plate marks including a crown which suggests it is pre 1895.  A totally unique and stunning necklace.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Arial\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eVesta Cases were small portable boxes used to carry vestas (short matches) and were carried by men and women alike. So called after the name of one of the early makers (which was taken from the goddess Vesta, a Roman deity of fire and the hearth), they came into use around the 1830s and were produced extensively between 1890 and 1920. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vesta case measures 3.5cm x 1.8cm. The total length of the chain is 80cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis unique piece of jewellery may have signs of wear due to its history. It is beautifully imperfect and should be treated with love and care. THis vesta case is in excellent antique condition, the lid opens and closes perfectly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAll Vonk Jewellery is presented in a gift box and pouch with luxe ribbon. If you would like a gift message included please message me at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vonk Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50252743442739,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1835\/9639\/files\/Vonk-Jewellery-antique-silver-plated-vesta-case-necklace-4.jpg?v=1726196196"},{"product_id":"antique-1889-sterling-silver-vesta-case-pendant","title":"Antique 1889 Sterling Silver Vesta Case Locket Pendant","description":"\u003cp\u003eBeautiful Victorian sterling \u003cspan\u003esilver vesta case \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003ehallmarked Birmingham 1889 with the makers mark M.B for \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMitchell Bosley \u0026amp; Co of Bath St, Birmingham. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eThis vesta case is in great antique condition with some minor dents which add to its charm. It opens and closes perfectly. It would look fabulous worn on a silver chain layered with other pendants and necklaces or on a pearl necklace. Please see my Chains and Pearls collection for options. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eVesta Cases were small portable boxes used to carry vestas (short matches) and were carried by men and women alike. So called after the name of one of the early makers (which was taken from the goddess Vesta, a Roman deity of fire and the hearth), they came into use around the 1830s and were produced extensively between 1890 and 1920. Worn today vesta cases become unique lockets to hold memories and mementos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe vesta case measures 3.5cm x 2.5cm. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll Vonk Jewellery is presented in a gift box and pouch with luxe ribbon. If you would like a gift message included please message me at checkout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vonk Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50253109920051,"sku":null,"price":210.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1835\/9639\/files\/antique-1889-silver-vesta-case-vonk-jewellery-4.jpg?v=1747453530"},{"product_id":"antique-victorian-1876-sterling-silver-vesta-case-locket-pendant","title":"Antique Victorian 1876 Sterling Silver Vesta Case Locket Pendant","description":"\u003cp\u003eBeautiful sterling \u003cspan\u003esilver vesta case \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003ehallmarked Birmingham 1876 with the makers mark R.B.s for the renowned small silverware specialists, Rolason Brothers of Vyse St Birmingham.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eThis vesta case is in great antique condition with fine engine turned engraving, a technique highly prized in the Victorian era, and framed by hand engraved rococo scrollwork borders. It has a blank cartouche ready for your own engraving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eRolason Brothers were a prolific and well regarded Birmingham silversmithing company who produced good quality small silver objects throughout the Victorian and Edwardian periods. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eThe vesta case has it original jumpring and looks great on a pearl necklace, silver watch chain or standard chain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVesta Cases were small portable boxes used to carry vestas (short matches) and were carried by men and women alike. So called after the name of one of the early makers (which was taken from the goddess Vesta, a Roman deity of fire and the hearth), they came into use around the 1830s and were produced extensively between 1890 and 1920. Worn today vesta cases become unique lockets to hold memories and mementos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe vesta case measures 4.5cm x 3cm. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll Vonk Jewellery is presented in a gift box and pouch with luxe ribbon. If you would like a gift message included please message me at checkout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note this listing is for the vesta case only. Chains and pearl necklaces are available in store.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vonk Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53287737164083,"sku":null,"price":220.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1835\/9639\/files\/Antique-1876-silver-vesta-case-Rolason-brothers-vonk-jewellery-2.jpg?v=1777272294"},{"product_id":"vintage-1935-sterling-silver-vesta-case-pendant","title":"Rare Vintage 1935 G\u0026SC Ltd Sterling Silver Vesta Case Pendant","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElegant and rare vintage sterling silver vesta case hallmarked London 1935 and with the makers mark G\u0026amp;S C Ltd for Goldsmiths \u0026amp; Silversmiths Co Ltd of Regent St, London. G\u0026amp;SC Ltd were one of Britain's most famous and celebrated luxury silverware manufacturers of their era. It features elegant engine turned decoration in a fine diagonal crosshatch pattern and the retailers name is engraved on the inner rim. This is a rare feature and confirms the case was sold directly from the Regent St store.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounded in 1880 by William Gibson and John Langman at 112 Regent St, London, Goldsmiths \u0026amp; Silversmiths Co Ltd became one of Britain's most prestigious silversmithing companies. Their grand Regent St showroom (see image) attracted the best of Britain's society and by the mid 1880's the company was awarded the Royal Warrant as an official supplier to the British Royal Family. They exhibited at major international exhibitions throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries and merged with the famous Garrard \u0026amp; Co (the Crown Jewellers) in 1952.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eVesta Cases were small portable boxes used to carry vestas (short matches) and were carried by men and women alike. So called after the name of one of the early makers (which was taken from the goddess Vesta, a Roman deity of fire and the hearth), they came into use around the 1830s and were produced extensively between 1890 and 1920. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vesta case measures 4cm x 4.8cm and is 32g in weight. The lid shuts firmly with a snap and the striker remains sharp and functional with a natural aged patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThis unique piece of jewellery may have signs of wear due to its history. It is beautifully imperfect and should be treated with love and care. This vesta case is in excellent vintage condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll Vonk Jewellery is presented in a gift box and pouch with luxe ribbon. If you would like a gift message included please message me at checkout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note this listing is for the vesta case only. Chains and pearl necklaces are available in store.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vonk Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53293871202611,"sku":null,"price":525.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1835\/9639\/files\/Vintage-sterling-silver-1935-vesta-case-pendant-vonk-jewellery-2.jpg?v=1777355055"},{"product_id":"antique-edwardian-1911-sterling-silver-vesta-case-locket-pendant","title":"Antique Edwardian 1911 Sterling Silver Vesta Case Locket Pendant","description":"\u003cp\u003eBeautiful sterling \u003cspan\u003esilver vesta case \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003ehallmarked Birmingham 1911 with the makers mark WHH for the famous silverware makers William Hair Haseler of Vyse St Birmingham.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eThis vesta case is in great antique condition with beautiful flourish engraving. The spring loaded hinged lid closes well with a snap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIn 1870, Haseler founded the company, W. H. Haseler \u0026amp; Co., specializing in gold and silver work, and jewellery. Five years later, Arthur Lasenby Liberty opened a shop on the corner of Regent Street in London which soon became the most fashionable place to shop in London. During the 1890s, Liberty formed relationships with many leading English designers and manufacturers including William Haseler. His pieces can be found in the collections of the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, as well as many other museums throughout England.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe vesta case has it original jumpring and looks great on a pearl necklace, silver watch chain or standard chain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVesta Cases were small portable boxes used to carry vestas (short matches) and were carried by men and women alike. So called after the name of one of the early makers (which was taken from the goddess Vesta, a Roman deity of fire and the hearth), they came into use around the 1830s and were produced extensively between 1890 and 1920. Worn today vesta cases become unique lockets to hold memories and mementos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe vesta case measures 4cm x 3cm. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll Vonk Jewellery is presented in a gift box and pouch with luxe ribbon. If you would like a gift message included please message me at checkout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note this listing is for the vesta case only. Chains and pearl necklaces are available in store.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vonk Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53407252316467,"sku":null,"price":235.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1835\/9639\/files\/Antique-william-hair-haseler-1911-silver-vesta-case-vonk-jewellery-vonk-jewellery-1.jpg?v=1780032024"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1835\/9639\/collections\/Antique-1876-silver-vesta-case-Rolason-brothers-vonk-jewellery-5.jpg?v=1777337679","url":"https:\/\/vonkjewellery.com\/collections\/vesta-case-pendants.oembed","provider":"Vonk Jewellery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}