Rare Victorian ‘Bryant & May’ Cycle Racing Vesta Case. 1890s (Chris Balm Vintage Aviation & Motoring Items)

Rare Victorian ‘Bryant & May’ Cycle Racing Vesta Case. 1890s

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An English made ‘Jahncke’s Patent’ vesta case made for the match manufacturer, Bryant & May and decorated with a rare early cycling scene. Dating from the 1890s.

This very interesting vesta case (match safe) is made from steel. The hinged lid is decorated with an image of three racing cyclists on early safety bicycles. Surrounding this are the national symbols of England, Scotland, Ireland & Wales (rose, thistle, shamrock & Prince of Wales’ feathers). The sides are marked, “Jahncke’s Patent” and the underside has a perforated striking surface. Surrounding this are the words, “Bryant & May’s Wax Vestas – Made in England”. Width: 47mm. Good condition (some ageing and wear commensurate with its age and purpose).

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Bryant & May

Inventory No. O-219

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