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Antique Chinese Export Silver Octagonal Compact with Applied Rose Gold Monogram

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A fine antique Chinese Export silver compact. Of an octagonal form with applied rose gold accents to each corner of the box and the edges of the hinge. There is also an applied 'TB' monogram to the lid. The interior with a mirror and a later brass Houbigant rouge insert. Impressed to the brass insert for Houbigant / France. Simply a wonderful Chinese Export silver compact! Date: Late 19th or Early 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition. Condition Details: There are some losses to the silver of the compact's mirror, a small dent to the lid, and remnants of makeup in the insert. Otherwise, there are some light dents and indentations here & there, some light edge wear, some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Marks: Impressed to the brass insert for Houbigant / France. The silver is unmarked. Measurements: Height: ca. 19mm Width: ca. 41mm Depth: ca. 42mm Weight: ca. 42.3 g Items purchased from this dealer must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.75 in (1.9 cm)Width: 1.62 in (4.1 cm)Depth: 1.66 in (4.2 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th or Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. See description for condition details.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 642024122444DIINVBFMY24_ER1stDibs: LU1610240744772

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