Compacts
Compacts hold face powder. A woman did not powder her face in public until after World War I. By 1920, the beauty parlor, permanent waves, and cosmetics had become acceptable. A few companies sold cake face powder in a box with a mirror and a pad or puff. Soon the compact was designed by jewelers and made of gold, silver, and precious materials. Cosmetic companies began to sell powder in attractive compacts of less valuable metal or plastic. Collectors today search for Art Deco designs, commemorative compacts from World's Fairs or political events, and unusual examples. Many were made with companion lipsticks and other fittings. The original box adds value to the compact.
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strkey:compacts (Compacts | Silver, Pewter, Brass, Copper, Chrome & Other Metals Price Guide) eBay Auctions
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Category Pattern or Item Description Year Priced Compacts Elgin Red, Honeycomb Silvertone Mesh, Square 2002 Compacts Enamel Design Art Deco, Finger Ring 2002 Compacts Evans Silvertone, Prong Set Stone 2002 Compacts Evans Square, Matching Pin, Victorian Scene, 2 1/2 x 2 1/2 In. 2002 Compacts Gainsboro Empire State Building, Original Puff, 1930s 2002 Compacts Goldtone Leather Top, Made In England, Round, 3 1/2 In. 2002 Compacts Helena Rubinstein Brushed Gold, Rhinestones, Brocade Holder, Rose Blush, 2 x 2 In. 2002 Compacts Henriette Army Hat Shape, Plastic, Puff, Strainer, Inspection Tag, Unused, 3 In. 2002 Compacts Houbigant Heart Shape, Puff, Refill, Original Box 2002 Compacts Hudnut La Soiree, Black & Ivory, Enamel, Silver Moon, Bird & Stars 2002 Compacts Illinois Mirror, Closed Powder Compartment, Rectangular, 2 1/4 x 3 1/2 In. 2002 Compacts Jeweled Flower Basket, Rhinestones, Pearls, Mirror, 2 1/2 x 2 3/4 In. 2002 Compacts Lattice Weave Goldtone Stripes, Mirror, Comb, Powder, Lipstick Holder, Box, 4 In. 2002 Compacts Leather Red, Lipstick Holder, 2 1/2 x 2 7/8 In. 2002 Compacts Lin Bren Black & Gold, Embroidered Flowers, Gold Trim, Mirror, Change Purse 2002 Compacts Majestic Powder Puff, Box 2002 Compacts Metal Enamel Inset, Pink, Green Flowers, Round, 3 1/4 In. 2002 Compacts Mother-of-pearl Rhinestones On Top, 3 1/2 x 1 1/2 In. 2002 Compacts Nocida Patent 150400, Round, C.1930, 2 1/4 In. 2002 Compacts Revlon White Enamel Top, Gold Leaves, Crest, Round 2002 Compacts Rhinestone Gold Leaves, Powder Puff, Mirror 2002 Compacts Richard Hudnut Blue & Silver 2002 Compacts Silver Gilt, Enamel Lid, 18th Century Couple, Lipstick Holder, 3 x 2 1/2 In. 2002 Compacts Silvertone Gold Leaf Design, C.1955, 3 x 2 1/2 In. 2002 Compacts Silvertone Used Screen & Powder Puff, Square, Canada Souvenir 2002
