Rare ARTS AND CRAFTS Cigarette Case Solid Silver Business Card Case minaudiere The whole compact is in

The whole compact is in super condition

The mirror is excellent & gives a clear accurate reflection

very beautiful & in excellent condition

The background appears to be foil (metallic gold)  and set atop this is the most wonderful enamel scene showing this magnificent ship at sea

Rare ARTS AND CRAFTS Cigarette Case Solid Silver Business Card Case minaudiere The whole compact is inThis wonderful Arts & Crafts case was crafted in the late 1800s. The case is fully hallmarked 800 silver. This composition of 800 silver lends itself to the creation of dark patina which is particularly pleasing on pieces of this genre. This patina can only improve with age and what a beautiful example this antique silver case is. The lid and base are embellished with three Centaurea in bloom with a bud on the lower right hand side. The simplicity and