Description: ART DECO 1880s - 1927 Sterling Silver Compact Dance Purse ~ Case ~ Nécessaire with Chain & Leather Wallet Insertby Watrous Manufacturing Co ~ Watrous Mfg. Co., Wallingford, Conn. A maker's mark: a letter W almost encircled by a large C & STERLING impressed on the inside edge.The exterior is beautifully shiny and shows superior craftsmanship.It has the initial M elaborately engraved in the center of the hinged lid.The hinge and clasp work well. MARK OF WATROUS MANUFACTURING COMPANY: "WATROUS MFG. CO, Wallingford, Conn.A brief history of Watrous Manufacturing Co.The business known as the Watrous Mfg. Co. when it was incorporated in 1896 had been started many years before as Maltby, Stevens & Company. After 1898, [Watrous Mfg. Co. became a division of the International Silver Company and added smaller articles and novelties to their lines which were made in Sterling Silver and distributed through regular trade channels until 1927. Measurements approximately: 3 1/8" x 2 3/8" x 0.3/8".The chain is approx. 12 3/4" long, 6 1/8" drop length. CONDITION: AS PICTURED. Some expected not major patina, few of very tiny dings which aren't so noticeable, some minor scratching from normal usage. The chain is not damaged, the clasp works properly. The leather insert is in worn condition, but with no tears or holes, please, see photos for details. Different monitors may show some difference in colors or shades.Colors may appear darker/lighter/adjusted vibrancy than real life due to the screen/device type you are viewing this on. Please, read description with condition report and measurements, examine all photos including collages and ask any questions you may have before buying! THE SALE IS FINAL. NO RETURN. NO INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING. Please, visit our store for more interesting and rare items: you never know what you will find!Thank you! ****************************************************************************************************** Buyers have 3 days to complete transaction. The eBay Assistant will file an unpaid case after 3 days automatically. ******************************************************************************************************* All international customs duties, taxes, fees and charges including VAT - are NOT included in item price or shipping charge. These charges are only buyer's responsibility according to the eBay Policy. We don't mark merchandise below paid value - such behavior is prohibited by the LAW !! ******************************************************************************************************** Thank you. Froo www.froo.com | Froo Cross Sell, Free Cross Sell, Cross promote, eBay Marketing, eBay listing Apps, eBay Apps, eBay Application
Price: 185 USD
Location: Hayward, California
End Time: 2024-12-11T06:47:00.000Z
Shipping Cost: 8.75 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: Watrous manufacturing Co - Watrous Mfg.Co.
Pattern: Solid with Monogramm "M"
Composition: Sterling Silver
Type: Dance Purse
Style: Art Deco
Features:: Chain, Leather wallet insert, Hinged, Clasp Closure
Unit Quantity: 1
Age: 1880 - 1927
