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Grand antique silver plate patch box circa 1882 is embossed with a multitude of tiny stars on the front and back. The front has a central cartouche encircled by stars and surrounded by leaf garlands.The front and back and bordered by a ribbon of garlands. Has a ring which allows it to be worn as a locket. Interior is gold-washed and houses the original mirror in perfect condition, and closes with a satisfying snap. 2 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.
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Solid Perfume
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Choice of 1/4 Solid Perfume*:
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