Blue Guilloche Enamel Egg Ladies Compact Pendant Vintage Art Deco c1920

Midas Antiques

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Simply charming little gem, a vintage blue guilloche enamel egg pendant which when opened is in fact a ladies compact dating from the Art Deco period. The enamel is on sterling silver, the silver is not marked. The enamel is in great condition, there is a tiny remains of a sticky label to the one side. Good hinge to open and shuts securely, Inside to the top is a little mirror, to the base is where the powder would be comes with a tiny puff, please see the pictures. Attached is a small hanging chain with a bolt ring clasp, the clasp is in good working order with a good spring. A wonderful addition to any collection.
Max size including hanging chain 5.4 cm or 2.1 inches.
Size of egg 2.8 x 2.0 x 2.0 cm or 1.1 x 0.8 x 0.8 inches.
Weight 13.3 grams or 8.5 penny weight.