fiammiferi: Matches Collection (sorted by type)

1) White Phosphorus Matches
1831-1906 (when the white phosphorus was banned)
The white phosphorus match was invented in 1831 by Charles Sauria, who added the phosphorus to the first matches invented just 4 years before by John Walker. It results in a less violent combustion of the match.

reproduction - Sources: Goosebay

2) Swedish Matches / Safety Matches
1844
It was invented by Gustaf Erik Pasch. He introduced a strike surface with red phosphorus because of the autoignition of the white one. No more accidental starting was registered.

Sources: Wikipedia

3) Wind Matches
first decade of 20th century
The wind matches was manufactured with many other type (like pull matches and waterproof ones) to add the possibility of use in special conditions. In this case the surface was enlarged on the wood stick.

Sources: Museo Saffa

4) Pull Matches
first decade of 20th century

Sources: Museo Saffa

5) "Candelotti"
first decade of 20th century
The wood stick was replaced by a wax candle to burn for a longer period.

Sources: Museo Saffa

6) Strike Anywhere Matches
1898 (invention)
The Strike Anywhere Matches was invented in 1898 by Savene and Cahen, who added Phosphorus Sesquisulfide on the head of the match. They can be switched on any surface.