A George V sterling silver novelty seal combination vesta case and wax holder, London 1913 by Stewart Dawson and Co Ltd

Formed as a clothing peg, the clip section with striking plate, aperture for holding sealing wax, vacant seal for base. Hinged lid to gilt interior. Fully and part-marked.

Length – 6 cm / 2.3 inches

Weight – 18 grams / 0.58 ozt

Another example of 1904 by Cohen and Charles was sold, Bonham’s Knowle, 6 April 2005, lot 184 (£458 incl. prem)