Antique Brass Bass & Co Pale Ale Bottle Vesta Case Match Safe

Brass vesta case in the form of a miniature beer bottle, stamped BASS & Co. PALE ALE, LONDON with the brewery's triangle mark, late 19th or early 20th century. Vesta cases, or match safes, kept matches dry in the pocket before lighters were common, and novelty bottle forms were issued as brewery advertising pieces. A small English advertising collectible that sits well on a desk or in a cabinet of curiosities.

[d]Type | Vesta case, match safe

[d]Material | Brass

[d]Origin | England

[d]Age | Late 19th to early 20th century

[d]Marks | Stamped BASS & Co. PALE ALE, LONDON with triangle mark

[d]Form | Miniature beer bottle

[d]Size | 3.25 in H x 1 in Dia

[condition]

Good antique condition with an attractive aged patina throughout. Noticeable surface wear, small scuffs, and minor dings consistent with age and handling. The base shows wear. Please review the photographs for close-up condition details.