Box - .915 silver

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Compact silver box with a wood core and vermeil interior, made in Spain in the 1930s–1940s, measuring 4.5 x 3.5 x 1.5 cm and weighing 39 g, in good used condition with minor signs of wear.

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Compact Silver-Plated Case with Gilded Interior – Spain, 20th Century

Elegant rectangular compact case, built with a rigid structure (internal wooden core) and silver-plated, with gilded interior (vermeil). The piece presents a sober and refined design, decorated with parallel raised lines, typical of the functional aesthetics of the 20th century.

The gilded interior not only provides visual contrast but also serves as a protective barrier against oxidation. Marks and punch stamps are preserved on the interior, corresponding to Spanish production, as well as an author/manufacturer inscription.

Features:
• Type: compact case / case
• Material: wooden core covered in silver, gilded interior
• Origin: Spain
• Dating: 20th Century
• Technique: silver applied over core, linear engraving and gilded interior

Dimensions:
• Length: 4.5 cm
• Width: 3.5 cm
• Height: 1.5 cm

Weight:
• 39 grams

Condition:
Good overall condition, with light signs of use and small superficial marks commensurate with its age. Interior with mild wear of the gilding.

An elegant and functional piece, ideal for both collection and decorative or personal use.

The photo is part of the description.

Compact Silver-Plated Case with Gilded Interior – Spain, 20th Century

Elegant rectangular compact case, built with a rigid structure (internal wooden core) and silver-plated, with gilded interior (vermeil). The piece presents a sober and refined design, decorated with parallel raised lines, typical of the functional aesthetics of the 20th century.

The gilded interior not only provides visual contrast but also serves as a protective barrier against oxidation. Marks and punch stamps are preserved on the interior, corresponding to Spanish production, as well as an author/manufacturer inscription.

Features:
• Type: compact case / case
• Material: wooden core covered in silver, gilded interior
• Origin: Spain
• Dating: 20th Century
• Technique: silver applied over core, linear engraving and gilded interior

Dimensions:
• Length: 4.5 cm
• Width: 3.5 cm
• Height: 1.5 cm

Weight:
• 39 grams

Condition:
Good overall condition, with light signs of use and small superficial marks commensurate with its age. Interior with mild wear of the gilding.

An elegant and functional piece, ideal for both collection and decorative or personal use.

The photo is part of the description.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
39 g
Silver type
.915 silver
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Spain
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
1.5 cm
Width
3.5 cm
Depth
4.5 cm
Estimated period
1930-1940
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