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Antique French sterling silver patch box from 1880's embossed with a stunning single rose with beautifully articulated leaves on the front. The back is embossed with three sprigs of roses. Original beveled mirror, in perfect condition. Two silver hallmarks along top rim and a gold wash inside. It is 1.4 inches across, and the price includes 1/4 oz (8 ml) solid perfume of your choice. Has ring which allows it to be worn as a locket. Patch boxes came into use during the 18th century at the court of Louis XV, where the use of "beauty patches" was popular. A beauty patch was made of gummed silk and was pasted on the skin as a "beauty mark" to emphasize a woman's facial feature, usually the cheek.
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Solid Perfume
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Choice of 1/4 Solid Perfume*:
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