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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US $10.00
US $375.00
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Category Pattern or Item Description Year Priced Compacts Estee Lauder Faux Mother-Of-Pearl Face, Tassle, Mirror, Sun Burnt Powder, 2 3/8 In. 2009 Compacts Flato Cat Face, Jeweled Eyes, Box 2009 Compacts Flato Black Enamel, Goldtone Scrolls, Green Rhinestones, c.1950, 2 1/2 x 2 1/4 In. 2009 Compacts Flato Horse & Carriage, Rhinestones, Goldtone Metal, c.1930, 2 1/2 x 2 1/4 In. 2009 Compacts Flato Horseshoe, Clover, Stars, Goldtone Metal, Sleeve, Lipstick Holder, c.1940, 2 1/2 In. 2009 Compacts Flato Leaf Sprig, Goldtone Metal, Pearl Buds, Hinged, c.1940, 2 1/2 x 2 1/4 In. 2009 Compacts Flato Scrolls, Blue Rhinestones, Goldtone Metal, Hinged, c.1950, 2 1/2 x 2 1/4 In. 2009 Compacts Flato Star, Clovers, Horseshoes, Goldtone Metal, c.1940, 2 1/2 x 2 1/4 In. 2009 Compacts Flower & Leaf Design Etched, Goldtone, Mirror, Puff, 2 3/4 x 2/3 In. 2009 Compacts Hat Big Brim, France, 2009 Compacts House Of Westmore Turquoise, Rouge, Jarol, 1950s, 1 1/4 In. 2009 Compacts Kigu Playing Cards, Good Luck Symbols, 2009 Compacts Lucite Slab Goldtone Metal, Silver Glitter, Mesh Liner, Puff, 2 1/2 x 2 3/4 x 1/2 In. 2009 Compacts Metal Art Deco, Octagonal, Powder & Rouge Compartments, Polished Metal Mirror, 1 7/8 In. 2009 Compacts Molinard Father, Twist-Up Powder Puff, 2009 Compacts Mondaine Leather, Goldtone Frame, Art Deco Fans, Gold Sparkle, Mirror 2009 Compacts Petite Point Flowers Ivory Background, Flower Border, Mirror, Puff, Round, 2 5/8 In. 2009 Compacts Plastic Acorn Shape, Brown, 2009 Compacts Pygmalion Piano Goldtone Metal, Powder Screen, Mirror, 23/4 In. 2009 Compacts Schuco Cat, Art Deco, Germany, 1926 2009 Compacts Schuco Turtle, Plush, Germany, 1929 2009 Compacts Silver Enamel, Carved, Ivory 2009 Compacts Silver Silhouette, Key Ring, 2009 Compacts Silvertone Metal Thistle, Flowers, Scrolls, Mirror, Puff, Rouge, 2009 Compacts Sterling Silver Turned Pattern, Diamond Shape Grid, Mirrored Lid, c.1944, 2 3/4 In. 2009
