Outstanding Mid-Century Modern hinged box veneered in fine Rhodochrosite, Spain, 1950s.
Rhodochrosite is a rare mineral, used in many decorative forms including jewelry. In its rare pure form its typically a rose-red color.
This exquisite vintage 1950s box is quite large for this mineral and features a brass hinge. The interior part has an inner box constructed of Onyx and Quartz minerals.
This trinket box shows beautiful veins and bandings alternating dark pink, soft pink with white and red tones. The concentric bandings of the stalactite has been artistically placed asymmetrically and perfectly matched at the seams.
Mint condition.
This decorative trinket box will be the perfect gift for an special day. Lovely placed over a vanity table or nightstand to leave jewels and rings.
Provenance: private collection from a jewerly...
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Quartz Jewelry Boxes
MaterialsOnyx, Quartz, Stone