Novelty Wooden Vesta Case (Matchbox)
handmade, this wooden vesta case is carved in the shape of a book. The lid slides off for storage of matches, and there is a criss-cross section for the pages where the friction matches could be lit. Inside are six wax-tipped matches
A Treen Vesta Box is a small, antique wooden container designed to hold "wax vestas" (early friction matches). Originating in the 19th century, these boxes, often crafted from wood (treen), feature a striking surface to ignite matches. They protected matches from dampness and accidental ignition, often crafted in unique, carved, or dainty shapes.
Treen, derived from the Old English word for "tree," specifically refers to functional wooden wares. A treen vesta, therefore, is specifically a wooden vesta box, unlike the more common silver or metal counterparts
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A match vesta, or vesta case, is a small portable box designed to store friction matches. It serves to keep matches dry and prevent accidental ignition. The name "vesta" comes from the Roman goddess of fire and the hearth.
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Oral History - Ben and Diane Tas
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Oral History - Peter Delfs
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Framed Locality Plan - West Busselton Subdivision
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Photograph - Busselton Womens Hockey Association Parade
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Girl Guides - photo of Busselton Unit
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Photograph - Southern Districts Agricultural Society 1990
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Photograph - Picnic group (Druids & Foresters)
