Vintage Mother of Pearl & Gold-Tone Minaudière Compact Case 1940s Art Deco Style

This elegant vintage minaudière compact case is a beautiful example of mid-century glamour. Crafted from gold-tone metal with an iridescent mother-of-pearl inlay in a checkerboard pattern, it features a hinged design that opens to reveal a mirrored interior with compartments for lipstick, face powder, and small essentials. A finely woven gold mesh wrist strap adds functionality and style, making this piece both a display-worthy collectible and a striking evening accessory. The back is engraved with the initials E.M.B. Details: Circa: 1940s–1950s Materials: Gold-tone metal, mother of pearl, mirror glass Features: Lipstick holder, powder compartment with mirror, built-in strap Dimensions: approx. 5.5" L × 3.00" H × 1.25" D Condition: Very good vintage condition with light surface wear and minor signs of use to the powder compartment; mirror shows slight age-appropriate wear. No maker's mark visible. Keywords: vintage compact, mother of pearl compact, gold tone compact, lipstick compact, powder compact, reticulated compact, makeup case, vintage makeup, cosmetic compact, travel compact, vintage accessory, beauty compact, Retailed Frocks