Very Rare & Interesting Pyrogenic Secret Photo Holder In Sterling Silver And Vermeil. Matchbox

Very rare pyrogen with a concealed photo frame.

The pyrogen is rectangular with rounded edges. It is in plain silver with a number engraved on the face: LR (?).

The scraper is under the bottom edge.

The hinged lid reveals two compartments for matches.
Once opened, the front tilts to reveal a photo frame. The interior of this compartment is in vermeil.

The frame still contains his photo of a charming little girl.

The pyrogen is marked:
. Wild boar pelt
. Poorly struck goldsmith's mark ending in a C


Superb pyrogen of good size, with this very rare secret photo frame.

5.4 x 5.2 cm
1.1 cm thick

71.3 grams


Good condition. Small scratches and shocks from use.

Hand delivery in Paris or sending by insured Colissimo.

France: 15€
Europe: 20€
World: 35€