Vintage silver cigarette case, made in a rectangular form with engraved letters on front (probably V.M.A.). It has a hinged opening and a gilded interior.Hallmarks: Sterling (Lion) Birmingham (Anchor). M - date mark. / WHH - William Hair Haseler Ltd. (1914). Inscribed on front: VMA.cigarette case - silver - sterling

Cigarette cases were first used during the 19th century. At first they were basic, utilitarian items but during the Victorian era manufacturers began to decorate them, some very ornately. Materials such as sterling silver was used and the cigarette case became a fashion accessory.This cigarette case highlights the time when cigarettes were a common item for many people, especially men, to use. They are part of the history of functional items designed to be a fashion accessory.Silver coloured cigarette case. Opens in a clam shell design. The metal is tarnished and discoloured. It is a simple design with a vertical indented line running vertically from the top to the bottom of the case on the right and left side. This is on both the front and back o the case.cigarette, cigarette case, smoking, accessory, fashion, male accessory, portland, glenelg shire