Birmingham Sterling Silver Enamel Perch Fish Vesta Case

This Birmingham sterling silver vesta case features a finely executed enamel portrait of a perch fish set against a soft aqua-blue background. The artwork captures the fish with remarkable naturalistic detail, highlighting its characteristic dark vertical bands, translucent dorsal fins, and warm orange-red fins. The clean aquatic backdrop enhances the realism of the subject while providing a striking contrast to the polished silver frame. The piece bears English silver hallmarks, including the maker's mark S.B & S LD, the Birmingham assay office anchor, and the lion passant confirming sterling silver purity. Designed as a traditional vesta or match safe, it retains its hinged lid and original striker edge, combining functionality with decorative artistry. The combination of authenticated Birmingham silver and finely painted enamel makes this an attractive collectible for enthusiasts of antique silver, sporting art, angling memorabilia, and natural history objects.

Key Features:

• Hallmarked Birmingham sterling silver vesta case
• Maker's mark: S.B & S LD
• Birmingham anchor assay mark
• Lion passant sterling silver hallmark
• Detailed enamel European perch fish artwork
• Aqua blue enamel background
• Traditional hinged match safe design
• Original striker edge present
• Collectible English silver accessory

• Pack of one piece
• Material: Silver
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