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Machine Age David Sutton & Sons English Sterling Silver Engine Turned Compact

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A fine English Mid-Century ladies compact. In sterling silver with a gold-topped lift tab. By David Sutton & Sons of London. With an engine turned exterior and gilt interior. Having a mirror to the interior lid and retaining its original powder screen. Fully hallmarked for David Sutton & Sons, London, Sterling Silver, and 1946. Simply a wonderful Mid-Century Modern compact. Date: 1946 Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition. Condition Details: There are some very fine dings and indentions to the exterior (likely from being carried in a purse). Otherwise, there is some light edge wear, some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Maker: David Sutton & Sons Marks: Fully hallmarked for David Sutton & Sons, London, Sterling Silver, and 1946. Measurements: Width: ca. 2 5/8 in. Depth: ca. 2 1/2 in. Height: ca. 3/8 in. Weight: ca. 133g Items purchased from this dealer must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.
  • Creator:
    David Sutton & Sons
  • Metal:
  • Weight:
    133 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.38 in (9.66 mm)Width: 2.63 in (66.81 mm)Depth: 2.5 in (63.5 mm)
  • Style:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1946
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. There are some very fine dents and indentions to the exterior (likely from being carried in a purse). Otherwise, there is some light edge wear, some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DSA INV AL JY231stDibs: LU849320061252
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