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Antique octagonal powder compact in 800 silver engraved with butterflies and flowers, circa 1950

Antique octagonal powder compact in 800 silver engraved with butterflies and flowers, circa 1950

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Antique 800 silver compact, octagonal shape, decorated with butterflies and flowers in deep engraving. Functional and ornamental piece with a gilded interior and mirror.
The butterfly and flower design harks back to oriental influences, symbolizing transformation and ephemeral beauty. The deep engraving technique and octagonal format demonstrate careful craftsmanship, possibly European.

  • Era / style: Art Deco with oriental influence
  • Origin: Europe
  • Circa: 1950-60
  • Materials: 800 Silver
  • Hallmarks or Punches: "800"
  • Acid test: Performed
  • Measurements: 5.3 cm x 5.6 cm x 1.4 cm
  • Weight: 57.82 g

Condition: These items are not new; they show signs of wear and may have scratches and imperfections typical of their age and use. Please examine the photos carefully; the interior mirror is loose and moves, and has deteriorated parts. We offer an accurate description; if you need to confirm a detail, please write to us before purchasing.

Things you should know

What you are buying (important)

We sell antique and vintage items, not new or freshly manufactured products. Due to their age and previous use, they may show signs of wear, marks, scratches, small losses, or variations typical of the passage of time. These characteristics are common in pieces with history and are part of their condition.

We recommend that you review the photographs carefully, as they show the actual condition of the piece. If you need to confirm any details before purchasing, please write to us.

Photos and color

The photographs are taken with artificial light, so the color may vary slightly depending on your screen and lighting. If color is a deciding factor for you, we can send you additional photographs taken in natural light to get as close as possible to the true tone.

Patina and cleaning

Many pieces have a patina as a natural consequence of the passage of time. We do not remove it, as it may have taken decades to form and, in many cases, contributes to the character and appearance of the piece.

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