1917 Melba Powder Compact And Matching Rouge Compact Set

1917 Melba Powder Compact And Matching Rouge Compact SetHere's a wonderful matching pair of silver tone 1917 Melba powder and rouge compacts with mirrors. One is a powder compact that is 2 inches in diameter and in wonderful condition. It has a ever so slightly hazy mirror, but still very usable. There is some of the powder and powder plate remaining, as well as the original used powder putt. The smaller compact measures approximately 1 1 2 inches in diameter and has a ever so slightly hazy mirror, and is

The lid is hallmarked "W

This case was meant to hold non filtered cigarettes of the day

The moiré handle adds an additional 4 1/2 inch drop from the top of the purse

with only very minimal signs of age wear that can be seen in our high resolution photos

The box measures approximately 4 1/4 inches in length by 3 1/4 inches in width

The piece has one very light indentation to the front

It's a beautiful Art Deco piece made in Birmingham

Bruce Magnotti's solid gold and platinum cocktails rings were worn by everyone from Elizabeth Shatner

The piece has a few very minor dings

The frame and top of the clasp have some discoloration

and some wear and discoloration to the gold on the edges and interior

The purse has a snap top closure that works flawlessly