Abalone Silver Powder Compact With Mother-of-pearl Flowers In Silver, Antique Box

Abalone silver powder compact with mother-of-pearl flowers in 800 thousandths silver and vermeil. This powder box is adorned with inlaid white mother-of-pearl flowers on a background of black abalone mother of pearl. The center of the flowers is embellished with black resin cabochons. The powder box opens to reveal a compartment with a faceted mirror; the interior of the box has been cleaned and still has its ostrich feather applicator. The perfect accessory for gentlemen and gentlewomen. Modern-era powder box, circa 1950, France.

Hallmarks: Wild boar's head (French state hallmark for silver) and SM silversmith's hallmark.

Condition: Fine usage scratches

Weight: 139.84 gr

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