Lot 228

An early 20th century novelty match safe

Auction: 11 February 2009 at 11:00 GMT
£1,075
Description
retailed by Asprey's marked silver, in the form of a shotgun cartridge with engraved detail to terminal reading 'Aspreys cartridge matchbox patent applied for' and with striker to opposite terminal, the twist mechanism opening to reveal matches
Dimensions
6cm long 50g gross weight
