Heart Shaped Compact Mirror TRIPOLI World War II Era Souvenir charm bracelets This vintage novelty powder compact

This vintage novelty powder compact is ideal for use as a handbag mirror

sifter and presentation box are present

The lid has particularly beautiful guilloche engraving

The antique powder bowl is signed:

Heart Shaped Compact Mirror TRIPOLI World War II Era Souvenir charm bracelets This vintage novelty powder compactA charming and romantic gift which was most likely made during the WWII era. Allied servicemen were stationed in Libya during the 1940s until 1951. Local craftsmen supplemented their living by supplying the troops with gifts for their wives and girlfriends. The front and back are engraved with camels. The front is inscribed TRIPOLI The mirror gives a good and accurate reflection. Signs of ageing on the mirror glass. The catches and hinges work