St. Andrews N.B. - Wedgwood Cobalt Blue Jasperware Match Box, c.1860s

Here’s your chance to own an extraordinary piece of Canadian and British ceramic history, a rare St. Andrews, New Brunswick collectible from the 1860s.
This exceptional Wedgwood Old Cobalt Blue Jasper dip oval match box is adorned with crisp white Neo-Classical appliqué reliefs and delicate stylized floral borders, a perfect example of Victorian artistry and precision.

What makes this artifact truly remarkable is not only its exquisite craftsmanship, but its rarity. No other known examples featuring the St. Andrews, N.B. coat of arms are currently recorded or available for sale, making this possibly one of the last surviving specimens of its kind.

Owning this piece means preserving a fragment of history, a tangible link between 19th-century Wedgwood production and early Canadian heritage.

The lid interior displays finely incised parallel lines, designed as a match-striking surface, proving that even functional objects were treated as works of art.
This match box embodies the fusion of practicality, elegance, and historical significance, an essential addition for serious collectors of antique ceramics or Wedgwood enthusiasts.