Why you should NEVER BUY an antique VESTA CASE made before 1827

The Vesta Case is a staple of the antiques business. Every antique shop will have one for sale! They were made in huge numbers and were and still are very handy objects to own and use. The Vesta case hold matches of course. It keeps them dry and safe, making sure nothing rubs up against them and sets the matches on fire by accident!

Vesta cases have been around for a very long time and the early ones, especially made in silver and gold are very desirable. But, if you’re going to buy a Vesta case or start collecting Vesta cases, there are certain things you need to know…like when was the first Vesta case ever made? In this video, I’lltell you and give you the fascinating history of the match. Who invented the match, how and when ?

Why you should NEVER BUY an antique VESTA CASE made before 1827

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