[M] A VICTORIAN SILVER ADVERTISING VESTA CASE FOR BELL’S ASBESTOS, 1893

A VICTORIAN SILVER ADVERTISING VESTA CASE FOR BELL’S ASBESTOS, 1893

featuring a coloured enamel shipping buoy named ‘Asbestos’, hallmarks rubbed, with sprung hinged lid and striker to base -- 1⅞in. (4.8cm.) high

Bell’s Asbestos & Engineering Ltd. was founded in the 1870s by John Bell who pioneered the manufacture of engine packings and jointings using spun Canadian asbestos. Moving its head offices from Southwark to Slough in 1929, by the 1970s it was the oldest surviving company of its kind in existence, producing a wide range of asbestos products.

Condition Report

Slight damage to enamel on right side of image; hallmarks rubbed and possible small repair to strike section, photos refer.

We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Charles Miller Ltd is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD “AS IS” IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE.