I just love this antique Vesta / Whistle combination.
Modelled as a spaniel perhaps, wearing a collar engraved with dots and zig- zags, fitted with a ring on the collar for a chain.
The body of the whistle is engraved with a greek key motif and the mouth piece is engraved with a decorative monogram 'A,M.'
The head has a hinged little lid which serves as the strike plate for the matches one would have kept within.
Whistle makes a lovely high pitched sound.
Just divine
The silver bolt shown in the images is not included, nor the chains, but they can be purchased separately.
Weighs - 17.8g
Length - 60mm
Condition - good antique condition, a couple of small dings
Unmarked silver
English circa 1880
Unusual Silver Victorian Vesta Whistle
£690.00Price