This is a gorgeous Art Deco silver and celluloid compact in a vibrant lilac colour. Of circular form with sunburst decorations, the Celluloid * inset made to resemble guilloche enamel. The hinged cover opening to reveal the original mirror and gilt interior. Removable attachment for powder fitted in a receptacle. The back plain and fully hallmarked. partial hallmarks to the lid.
* Celluloid is known as the first plastic. Celluloid is a brand name. From the late 19th century to the 1940s accessories and collectibles were fashioned from Celluloid
Hallmarks:
DM Co for The Daniel Manufacturing Company.
Birmingham Assay Mark.
Date letter ''C'' for 1927.
Lion Passant.
Dimensions:
Diameter: 5cm / 2 inches.
Condition:
Very good.
Celluloid inset in pristien condition.
Back in good condition, minor dints.
Interior gilding in equally good condition.
Mirror with cloudiness.
Snaps shuts nicely.
Postage:
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Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.
Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.
Postage USA (including US import duties): £45.00
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Internal Reference: AVR94
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1206776
Dateline of this antique is 1920
Height is 0.7cm (0.3inches)Width is 5cm (2.0inches)Depth is 5cm (2.0inches)
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