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Antique silver powder compact with gold California overlay

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Compacts105 of 218Art Deco? French Silver compactMother of pearl compact and comb
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    Posted 9 years ago

    rtbp99
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    This belonged to my mom and I wish I'd been able to ask her about it before she passed. It looks like it's silver with gold (leaf?) overlays of California and top highlights. It's been well-used. There are no markings that I can find, but I haven't emptied out the remaining power. The base is etched concentric circles. It's about 3" in diameter and 3/8" thick. I'd love to learn more about it if anyone has any additional information. Thanks

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    1. Efesgirl Efesgirl, 9 years ago
      This is a souvenir compact case, most likely mid-1950s. Machine made. Silver tone, base metal.

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