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Civil War Period Knapsack Match Safe Vesta, Bryant & May, ref. Dr. Lord, Vol. IV
Civil War Period Knapsack Match Safe Vesta, Bryant & May, ref. Dr. Lord, Vol. IV
Civil War Period Knapsack Match Safe Vesta, Bryant & May, ref. Dr. Lord, Vol. IV
Civil War Period Knapsack Match Safe Vesta, Bryant & May, ref. Dr. Lord, Vol. IV
Civil War Period Knapsack Match Safe Vesta, Bryant & May, ref. Dr. Lord, Vol. IV
Civil War Period Knapsack Match Safe Vesta, Bryant & May, ref. Dr. Lord, Vol. IV

Civil War Period Knapsack Match Safe Vesta, Bryant & May, ref. Dr. Lord, Vol. IV

$ 31.67

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Condition: Original, Authentic
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Conflict: Civil War (1861-65)
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer

    Description

    Offered in this 7-day auction is a c.1860 "Knapsack" Vesta.  Sold by sutlers and general stores, these were manufactured by several English and German companies and imported for sale.  This one is made by Bryant & May Limited as seen on the hinged cover.  Popular with soldiers, the vesta held matches on the inside and has a striker on the underside.  Good overall condition exhibiting wear from age and use. There is a great reference for these in Dr. Francis Lord’s, Civil War Collector’s Encyclopedia, Volume IV, page 115.
    Measures 1 3/4" x 1 1/4" x 1/2"
    Thank you for looking! No reserve.