Vintage Turtle Box Match Holder This vintage turtle box was made to be a match holder/striker. This is probably a vintage reproduction of a Victorian example. The old ones were made of brass; this one appears to be painted cast iron. In Victorian times match holders were placed anywhere a match might be needed - near stoves and on tables, but also near all oil lamps. The turtle's shell lifts up to reveal an embossed name on the bottom, "Golden's". Turn him over and the underside of his shell is the striker. Length: 4½ inches; width: 3 inches. The...
Condition: Used
Manufacturer: Unmarked