Italian Sterling Silver Lipstick Mirror Case Vintage Lipstick Holder Carnelian Clasp Circa 1900s

Italian Sterling Silver Lipstick Mirror Case Vintage Lipstick Holder Carnelian Clasp Circa 1900sHere is a pretty early 1900's vintage 800 silver lipstick compact case or holder with a flip up mirror and carnelian cabochon clasp. 800 silver refers to the amount of silver content in the piece; and was used quite frequently in the late 1800's and very early 1900's. It's in excellent condition and works as it should. It's beautifully decorated with an ornately engraved design as can be seen in our photos. The mirror has a ever so slight amount of

This piece is in fantastic condition

and the fly wheel action is extremely smooth

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This purse would make a wonderful wedding purse for the bride to be

The heavy grey gift box has a embroidered silk lining

It looks better than our photos show

and opens to a dial sifter powder well with the original powder puff

The sachet still has a lovely soft fragrance

someone tore a bit of the foil wrap open

It opens and latches well

The lighter has just been serviced and is in great working condition

as do the compartments for powder and rouge