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Fabulous Dunhill Silver Powder Compact & Mirror Hallmarked 1963
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Fabulous Dunhill Silver Powder Compact & Mirror Hallmarked 1963

1940 - 1960
Sold 2 February 2025 · Woodbridge Antiques
This “Fabulous Dunhill Silver Powder Compact & Mirror Hallmarked 1963” found a buyer.

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Description

A very stylish silver powder compact case made by Dunhill. Very attractive design, the case is a square shape and is decorated with an engine turned pattern and features a gorgeous rose coloured metal inlay to the front.

The lid opens with a neat concealed hinge and is spring loaded, and the case opens when a rose gold-coloured button is pressed at the front. Inside the case the original powder mesh cover is revealed, still in great condition, along with the powder puff. There is a bevelled mirror under the lid that is in super condition with no marks on the glass. The interior has a lovely gilt finish and hallmarks are visible for Birmingham 1963 and the maker's mark and logo: Dunhill & Sons.

A fabulous compact by a renowned maker.

 

Condition: In great vintage condition.

Hallmarks: Birmingham 1963 by Dunhill & Sons.

 

Measurements: 7.8 cm x 7.8 cm Weight: 131.7 grams

Weights and measurements are approximate.

Date of Manufacture

Woodbridge Antiques has dated this Vintage Silver Powder Compact to the 1960s.

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SA1065225
Dealers Internal Reference
34609
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Description
A very stylish silver powder compact case made by Dunhill.
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Very attractive design, the case is a square shape and is decorated with an engine turned pattern and features a gorgeous rose coloured metal inlay to the front.
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fig 1. A square sterling silver powder compact featuring an engine-turned textured pattern and a smooth polished border.
fig 1. Fabulous Dunhill Silver Powder Compact & Mirror Hallmarked 1963

The lid opens with a neat concealed hinge and is spring loaded, and the case opens when a rose gold-coloured button is pressed at the front. Inside the case the original powder mesh cover is revealed, still in great condition, along with the powder puff. There is a bevelled mirror under the lid that is in super condition with no marks on the glass. The interior has a lovely gilt finish and hallmarks are visible for Birmingham 1963 and the maker's mark and logo: Dunhill & Sons.

fig 2. A square sterling silver powder compact featuring an engine-turned textured pattern and a smooth polished border.
fig 2. Fabulous Dunhill Silver Powder Compact & Mirror Hallmarked 1963

A fabulous compact by a renowned maker.

 

Condition: In great vintage condition.

Hallmarks: Birmingham 1963 by Dunhill & Sons.

 

Measurements: 7.8 cm x 7.8 cm Weight: 131.7 grams

Weights and measurements are approximate.

Date of Manufacture

Woodbridge Antiques has dated this Vintage Silver Powder Compact to the 1960s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1065225
Dealers Internal Ref
34609
Woodbridge Antiques
Woodbridge Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2014

Specialists in quality antique silver, fine jewellery & accessories

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Archive I A square sterling silver powder compact featuring an engine-turned textured pattern and a smooth polished border. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Fabulous Dunhill Silver Powder Compact & Mirror Hallmarked 1963

Archive II A square sterling silver powder compact featuring an engine-turned textured pattern and a smooth polished border. View II
Archive III A square sterling silver powder compact featuring an engine-turned textured pattern and a smooth polished border. View III
Archive IV A square sterling silver powder compact featuring an engine-turned textured pattern and a smooth polished border. View IV
Archive V A square sterling silver powder compact featuring an engine-turned textured pattern and a smooth polished border. View V
Archive VI A square sterling silver powder compact featuring an engine-turned textured pattern and a smooth polished border. View VI
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Telephone 01394 387 210
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Westerfield Business Centre
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Westerfield
Suffolk
IP6 9AB
United Kingdom

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A square sterling silver powder compact featuring an engine-turned textured pattern and a smooth polished border.
Fabulous Dunhill silver powder compact & mirror hallmarked 1963
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A square sterling silver powder compact featuring an engine-turned textured pattern and a smooth polished border.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectVanity Accessories
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsEngine-turned pattern, Square form, Polished border

FAQs

Powder compacts gained immense popularity during the 20th century as essential accessories for womens handbags, often featuring intricate metalwork and maker hallmarks from prestigious luxury houses.

Traditional compacts are predominantly crafted from metals such as sterling silver, brass, and gilt alloys, frequently incorporating internal glass mirrors and decorative enamel or engine-turned patterns.

Authentic pieces typically feature official assay office hallmarks, makers marks stamped into the metal, and high-quality mechanical hinges and catches characteristic of mid-century manufacturing.

A vintage compact makes a sophisticated decorative object when displayed open or closed upon a vanity tray, dressing table surface, or within a glass-fronted cabinet alongside other small curiosities.

Preserve silver compacts by gently dusting with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding abrasive polishes that can wear down engine-turned engraving or damage internal mirror silvering.
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