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A Galaxy of Embossed Stars Decorates an Antique Sterling Silver Patch Box circa 1882
Galaxy of Embossed Stars Decorate an Antique Sterling Silver Patch Box


 
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Antique sterling silver patch box circa 1882 embossed with a multitude of tiny stars on the front and a central cartouche surrounded by a ring of stars and four garlands of leaves. Four gorgeous different embossed flowers and leaves on the back. Embossed repeating clover pattern around the sides. Has original mirror and gold vermeil inside and 2 hallmarks in the rim of the lid. Has a ring which allows you to wear it as a locket. 1.75 inches across, and the price includes 1/4 oz (8 ml) solid perfume of your choice. 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.
Our Price: $390.00


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