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Vintage Elgin EAM Art Deco Silver Enamel Compact Minaudiere Wristlet Dance Purse

This vintage Elgin EAM Art Deco silver enamel compact minaudiere wristlet dance purse dates from the 1920s. It is made of a silver plated metal with detailed guilloche decorative metalwork intricate engraved engine turning repetitive pattern, a black, red enamel striped design and engraved initials "VBD" on the lid. This amazing Art Deco flapper dance purse wristlet evening bag has a petite minaudiere compact style with guilloche detailed compartments, a gold wash inside stamped "EAM" for the Elgin American Manufacturing Co., is unused empty with no makeup, has a decorative guilloche detail back design and chain link wristlet strap on top for carrying. The compact measures 2 1/2 inches long, 2 inches wide and has a 5 inch long chain strap. It is in good condition with only some minor wear, a few faint slight scratches (see close-ups). This is truly a wonderful piece of collectible minaudiere compact Elgin purse art!

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