Description: What a beautiful piece of Italian art! This vintage 800 silver loose powder compact features a classical enameled scene of naked putti or cherub dancing around a tree. A pair of the winged cherubs sit in the tree playing instruments. Enameled panels around the edges represent inlaid turquoise. Allover detailed hand engraving completes the design. Inside the compact are a beveled mirror and a fitted sifter. Measurements: when closed, it measures approx 3-1/4” high x 3-3/4” wide x 3/8” at the thickest. Hallmarks: the inside frame that holds the mirror is stamped 800 and Italy. I see no other obvious marks on the compact. It has been tested for purity and it at least 800 silver. There is no doubt as to the country of origin. Condition: very minor wear to the enamel, some fading to the gilding especially on the back, the frame inside the compact that holds the mirror in place is loose which means it is very easy for the mirror to fall out. This would be an easy fix for a jeweler. The “prongs” that are present at the bottom edge were created by simply using a thin very sharp scraping tool to scrape prongs from the inside edge. No soldering is needed. Shipping includes Signature Confirmation. H546
Price: 425 USD
Location: Houston, Texas
End Time: 2024-03-17T21:02:07.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Time Period Manufactured: Pre-1930
Country/Region of Manufacture: Italy
