STERLING FISH MOTIF MATCH SAFE C.1900'S

Scarce vintage match safe that was used prior to the invention of the match book. Most sportsmen and/or smokers carried these in their vest pockets during the late 1800's thru the early 1900's. Rare with fish motif images. It is marked "Sterling" and was created by the Gorham Silver Co. Hinged lid top in good working condition. Etched striker on the bottom. Please click on its image for additional closeup's.