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Art Deco Silver and Guilloche Enamel Compact by Crisford & Norris, Birmingham 1928
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Art Deco Silver and Guilloche Enamel Compact by Crisford & Norris, Birmingham 1928

1900 - 1920
Sold 6 October 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Art Deco Silver and Guilloche Enamel Compact by Crisford & Norris, Birmingham 1928” found a buyer.

It was listed by Julie Cartwright Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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Description

This beautiful silver mounted turquoise guilloche enamel compact is dated Birmingham 1928. Of circular form with concentric decorations. The hinged cover opening to reveal a hallmarked gilt interior. The back plain.

Hallmarks:

C&N for Crisford & Norris.

Birmingham Assay mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "D" for 1928.

Dimensions:

5.5cm diameter / 2.1 inches.

Condition:

Good.

Enamel in good condition, no loss but some surface wear commensurate with a ge and use..

Back with some ding.

Interior in good condition.

Snaps shuts nicely.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £18 International Signed For.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
0.5cm (0.20")
Width
5.5cm (2.17")
Depth
5.5cm (2.17")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Blue Enamel Compact to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1118852
Dealers Internal Reference
JANV79
Description
This beautiful silver mounted turquoise guilloche enamel compact is dated Birmingham 1928. Of circular form with concentric decorations. The hinged cover opening to reveal a hallmarked gilt interior. The back plain.
fig 1. A round, silver-rimmed powder compact featuring a vibrant turquoise blue guilloche enamel lid with an intricate engine-turned sunburst pattern.
fig 1. Art Deco Silver and Guilloche Enamel Compact by Crisford & Norris, Birmingham 1928

Hallmarks:

C&N for Crisford & Norris.

Birmingham Assay mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "D" for 1928.

Dimensions:

5.5cm diameter / 2.1 inches.

Condition:

Good.

Enamel in good condition, no loss but some surface wear commensurate with a ge and use..

fig 2. A round, silver-rimmed powder compact featuring a vibrant turquoise blue guilloche enamel lid with an intricate engine-turned sunburst pattern.
fig 2. Art Deco Silver and Guilloche Enamel Compact by Crisford & Norris, Birmingham 1928

Back with some ding.

Interior in good condition.

Snaps shuts nicely.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £18 International Signed For.

fig 3. A round, silver-rimmed powder compact featuring a vibrant turquoise blue guilloche enamel lid with an intricate engine-turned sunburst pattern.
fig 3. Art Deco Silver and Guilloche Enamel Compact by Crisford & Norris, Birmingham 1928

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
0.5cm (0.20")
Width
5.5cm (2.17")
Depth
5.5cm (2.17")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Blue Enamel Compact to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1118852
Dealers Internal Ref
JANV79
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Julie Cartwright Antiques Profile Page

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Archive I A round, silver-rimmed powder compact featuring a vibrant turquoise blue guilloche enamel lid with an intricate engine-turned sunburst pattern. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Art Deco Silver and Guilloche Enamel Compact by Crisford & Norris, Birmingham 1928

Archive II A round, silver-rimmed powder compact featuring a vibrant turquoise blue guilloche enamel lid with an intricate engine-turned sunburst pattern. View II
Archive III A round, silver-rimmed powder compact featuring a vibrant turquoise blue guilloche enamel lid with an intricate engine-turned sunburst pattern. View III
Archive IV A round, silver-rimmed powder compact featuring a vibrant turquoise blue guilloche enamel lid with an intricate engine-turned sunburst pattern. View IV
Archive V A round, silver-rimmed powder compact featuring a vibrant turquoise blue guilloche enamel lid with an intricate engine-turned sunburst pattern. View V
Archive VI A round, silver-rimmed powder compact featuring a vibrant turquoise blue guilloche enamel lid with an intricate engine-turned sunburst pattern. View VI
Archive VII A round, silver-rimmed powder compact featuring a vibrant turquoise blue guilloche enamel lid with an intricate engine-turned sunburst pattern. View VII
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Julie Cartwright Antiques

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Telephone 07947 998435
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Verified Since Jun 2009
Items For Sale 145
Items Sold 2,225
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A round, silver-rimmed powder compact featuring a vibrant turquoise blue guilloche enamel lid with an intricate engine-turned sunburst pattern.
ART DECO SILVER AND GUILLOCHE ENAMEL COMPACT BY CRISFORD & NORRIS, BIRMINGHAM 1928
Ref: SA1118852
A round, silver-rimmed powder compact featuring a vibrant turquoise blue guilloche enamel lid with an intricate engine-turned sunburst pattern.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectVanity Accessories
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Enamel
  • ColourBlue
  • MotifsGuilloche enamel, Engine-turned pattern, Beaded silver bezel, Circular form
  • SizeH 0.5 cm (0 in) x W 5.5 cm (2 in) x D 5.5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

An Art Deco guilloche enamel compact is a cosmetic case featuring precision-machined geometric patterns beneath a translucent layer of coloured enamel, characteristic of the 1920s and 1930s design movement.

These pieces are typically constructed from sterling silver or nickel silver, paired with vitreous glass enamel applied over an engine-turned metal base, often housing an internal mirror and powder sifter.

Authentic pieces generally bear British hallmark stamps indicating the assay office, metal purity, and date letter, alongside maker marks, while exhibiting hand-applied enamel work rather than modern synthetic resins.

Display the item on a dressing table tray or glass-topped jewellery dish alongside other collectable vanity accessories to add a touch of period colour and metallic texture to the space.

Preserve enamel by keeping it away from direct sunlight to prevent fading, avoiding abrasive cleaning agents, and gently wiping the surface with a soft, dry microfibre cloth.
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