English Heavy Weight Match Safe Deakin Francis Sterling Silver 1901

English heavy weight sterling silver match safe with hinged lid, having rounded rectangle form with a bright cut engraved finish. On the front, there is a round blank reserve. Safe has bail on the side. Made by Deakin & Francis, Birmingham, 1901. This solid safe is 2 1/4" long, 1 1/2" wide, 1/2" thick and weighs 69.8 grams or 2.25 ozs Troy. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.