Kigu Basket Loose Powder Compact 1950s

Kigu Basket Loose Powder Compact 1950sA gorgeous 1950s Kigu basket shaped compact. This '63 type' novelty basket loose powder compact has a graceful handle. The whole piece is decorated with engine turned engravings. The main body of the basket has engraving which resembles the basket weave design. The lid has a circular cartouche which the makers named the initial medallion, as it would often be engraved with the recipients initial s. The carry handle is also engraved with a pattern that

A metal double mirror on a hinge gives a good reflection for a metal mirror

This compact has spent the last sixty plus years in the original box

The sifters are placed on top the protective cardboard inserts that were placed in the powder wells at the point of manufacture to protect the silver from the chemicals in the face powder

The hallmarks are clear and unworn

Pendant height 1

There aren't any traces of powder on the sifter or compact

Garrards and Dunhill

5 cm width

Lloyd Payne & Amie THOMAS ST MANCHESTER

' All hinges and clasps work perfectly

Lift the lid to reveal an enchanting interior with an excellent mirror which gives a perfect reflection

The lid has a circular cartouche which the makers named the initial medallion