Antique European .800 Silver gilt enameled compact with beveled mirror & powder screen. Lovely engraving around mirror. hinges and clasp working & in pristine condition marked 800 inside bottom front. The bottom of the compact is fully engraved with a scrolling foliate and floral motif.
Measures: 3" x 3 1/2" Weight 102 gms
AI Overview
This is an antique Italian 800 silver and hand-painted enamel compact case.
The lid features a detailed hand-painted pastoral or romantic scene in the 18th-century style, often referred to as a "courting scene".
The metal is typically 800 grade silver, which is a common standard for Italian silver items.
The exterior often has intricate hand-engraved floral and scrollwork motifs surrounding the enamel panel.
These compacts usually have a mirrored interior and are considered highly collectible items.


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent Condition

Category: Brooches
Origin: Italy
Materials: Enamel, Glass, Sterling Silver

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent Condition