solid sterling

Very large, oversized 1940s late Art Deco to early mid century Sterling silver Elgin travel, purse compact for powder with a fancy engraved hinged inner lid covering the powder. The top has a fancy first letter M monogram. It is marked and Guaranteed to be solid sterling silver. It is also signed Elgin American and is in its original Elgin box. Weight is 179.5 grams including the mirror. Condition is very good. No dents. No deep scratches. One tiny pinpoint ding and some age wear on the back from laying in the box all these years and could be polished out by any jeweler. Good mirror. Good hinge. A lovely large, heavy sterling silver compact for your vintage and antique lady's accessories collection.