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Vintage Sterling Silver and Enamel Compact

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An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage Elizabeth II English sterling silver and enamel mirror compact, an addition to our ornamental equestrian silverware collection. This exceptional vintage Elizabeth II sterling silver and enamel mirror compact has a circular form. The subtly convex anterior surface is embellished with an exceptional enamel panel depicting the portrait of a horse wearing a bridle, accented with a guilloche enamel border. The enamel panels are bordered with bands of simplified bead and spindle decoration. The reverse of the vintage compact, which is also subtly convex in nature, is embellished with a panel of impressive engine turned decoration. The compact is fitted with two plain rounded thumbpieces to the anterior surface. This impressive compact opens to reveal the original integrated mirror and powder compartment; this compartment retains the original cosmetic puff. Condition This vintage silver and enamel mirror compact is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The original mirror shows a clear reflection. The enamel is in perfect condition. Full hallmarks struck to the interior surface of the base are all very clear. Dimensions Diameter of body 7.7cm/3". Height 0.9cm/0.4". Maker: Henry Clifford Davis. Date: 1963. Origin: Birmingham, England. Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of vintage silverware. .
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.4 in (1.02 cm)Diameter: 3 in (7.62 cm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1963
  • Condition:
    Please see main description.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A70591stDibs: LU1200218828202

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