Antique Ladies Sterling Silver Calling Card Case/Purse C. 1910s Carrying Chain For Sale

Beautiful antique sterling silver compact purse, believed to date from the 1910s–1920s, featuring exquisite hand-engraved Art Nouveau-inspired scrollwork and floral motifs on both sides. The flowing “whiplash” curves and naturalistic design elements are characteristic of the Art Nouveau aesthetic popular during the early twentieth century.

The front is adorned with an elegant script monogram, while the interior retains its original mirror, powder compartment, and rouge compartments with attractive engine-turned decoration. The original chain remains attached, allowing the compact to be carried as a dance purse or vanity accessory.

Marked STERLING with the maker’s hallmark inside. The maker has not been identified, but the quality of the engraving, construction, and interior details suggest a well-made period piece.

Compact purses such as this were fashionable accessories carried by ladies to dances, social gatherings, and formal occasions during the early twentieth century. Today they are highly sought after by collectors of antique vanity items, sterling silver accessories, Art Nouveau design, and decorative arts.

Condition:

Vintage pre-owned condition with age-appropriate wear including surface scratches, light tarnish, and signs of use consistent with age. Mirror, compartments, clasp, and original chain are present. Please review all photographs carefully for complete condition details.

Details:

* Antique sterling silver compact purse

* Circa 1910s–1920s

* Art Nouveau-inspired hand-engraved decoration

* Original chain attached

* Monogrammed front

* Mirror and cosmetic compartments intact

* Marked Sterling with maker’s hallmark

* Weight: Approximately 80 grams

An elegant and increasingly scarce antique sterling silver dance compact purse that displays beautifully and would make a wonderful addition to any vanity, silver, Art Nouveau, or compact collection.