Gorham Match Safe 390 Antique Vesta Case Japanese Oni American Sterling Silver

Description

Exotic sterling silver match safe. Made by Gorham in Providence in 1886. Rectilinear with hinged cover. Concave underside with strike. On front and back is chased head of a Japanese oni, a folkloric figure. Fully marked including maker’s stamp, date symbol, and no. 390.
Dimensions: H 1 5/8 x W 1 3/8 x D 1/2 in. #BX111