International Match Safe

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Gold Quartz-Geometric Design

IMSA#:    PMSG-005

Estimated Date:   c. 1885

Country of Origin:   USA

Manufacturer:   Possibly George C. Shreve & Co., San Francisco, CA

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Material:   14 carat gold, gold quartz stones

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Size (Inches):    2 3/8 x 1 3/8

Reverse:   See above photos

Description and Comments:   Front set with four diamond and 4 round gold quartz stones plus an engraved boarder. Back has fancy engraved initials called a cipher.  Striker located at bottom.

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