Product Description
A fine sterling silver vesta case by John William Barrett, hallmarked Birmingham 1909. The front features an enamelled nautical flag and the name “Rawhiti,” a well-known early 20th-century yacht, along with an engraved monogram. Crafted from solid silver with an attached suspension ring, this charming piece was likely owned by a sailor or enthusiast of maritime life. Light age-related wear adds to its authenticity and appeal. Measures approximately 5cm x 4cm.
If This Piece Could Talk it would whisper tales of sea spray and polished decks, of a time when gentlemen lit their pipes under canvas sails. Perhaps it belonged to a proud crewman aboard the yacht Rawhiti, carrying this little silver case as a token of camaraderie and adventure. Through every voyage, it has held not just matches—but memories of a golden age on the water.