15 carat Gold Mounted George III Copper 'Cartwheel' Two Pence Coin Vesta Case
Andrew Barrett & Sons, London c1900
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A rare Victorian 15 carat gold (tested) mounted Vesta Case formed from a large George III copper ""Cartwheel"" two pence coin, with attached suspension ring with hinged lid.
Retailed by Andrew Barrett & Sons, London, c1900
Sold - £650.00
Condition
In good condition with no damage or repair, just a couple of very minor dings to the gold rim and a little wear to the copper coin.
Dimensions
D
6 mm
(0.24 inches)
DIA
45 mm
(1.77 inches)
Weight
30.00 Grams
(0.96 troy ounces)
Country
England
Stock Code
LR010316
Medium
Gold & Copper
Literature
See: Match Holders by Denis B. Alsford, page 73 for a similar plated example.
