25382. (souvenir match holder). “Ten Pound Island Lighthouse, Gloucester, Mass.” c.1900
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25382. (souvenir match holder). “Ten Pound Island Lighthouse, Gloucester, Mass.” c.1900
25382 (souvenir match holder). A bright, gilt decorated commemorative match holder in white, featuring a large, detailed, clear full color image of the “Ten Pound Island Lighthouse, Gloucester, Mass.” This pretty little piece features a colorful, detailed image of the short masonry light tower, and 2-story keeper’s dwelling perched on the rocky point. Quite rare and distinctive, the piece measures 5” x 3 ¾” and is enhanced by decorative gilt border. Marked “Made in Germany” Clean, bright, wear to gilt trim but otherwise as original. A rare form. (VG-). $84.