How do I date a silver enamel compact?

Dating relies heavily on hallmarks stamped into the silver frame, which indicate the assay office, standard of silver, and year letter. Stylistic cues such as Edwardian floral motifs or Art Deco geometric layouts also help narrow down the decade of production.

Were these boxes used for cosmetics?

Many of these containers served functional roles on dressing tables or inside handbags for holding loose powder, rouge, and pills. Others functioned purely as decorative trinket boxes or cases for holding cigarettes, fob watches, and small jewellery items.

What is the difference between a vanity jar and a pill box?

Vanity jars are typically larger vessels made with cut glass or crystal bodies and heavy silver enamel lids intended for dressing tables. Pill boxes are much smaller pocket-sized containers designed to hold medicines or stamps while travelling.

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A vintage enamel vanity box brings together coloured vitreous glass and silver or metal in forms designed to sit upon a dressing table or travel in a handbag.

1900 - 1920

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Silver-gilt & Enamel Houbigant Compact.

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