3/30/2025, 22:54:29
Register
WWII Arabian Silver & Niello Compact Mirror 1940s (1 of 7)
WWII Arabian Silver & Niello Compact Mirror 1940s
Hover to Zoom
Rare Antique Gifts
Flag of United KingdomDerbyshire, UK
Established in 2012, our principal aims are sourcing high quality pieces and providing excellent customer service. We are dedicated to sourcing outstanding
hallmarked gold, silver, rare collectibles and accessories, all of which are authenticated and shipped with literature which details its history. We provide
lavishly illustrated historical fact packs, which document the history of the makers and also that of the item/s purchased. We are committed to offering a
customer service which is second to none. To date all of our shipments have reached their final destinations without incident. We include free gift ... See more
... See more

WWII Arabian Silver & Niello Compact Mirror 1940s

REF: LA379664
£155
€181
$195
Secure Payments By
Certified DealerApproved itemFree Delivery
Certified DealerApproved itemFree Delivery
Description
A charming mid-century World War Two Arabian silver and niello compact mirror crafted in the 1940s. The base bears the inscription - "Wendy From Iraq". This compact was crafted by an Arabian silversmith as a memento for an Allied serviceman serving in the Middle East who would go on to gift it to his loved one. The lid is decorated with a gorgeous niello design. Framed by a diamond shaped border. A palm tree can be seen in the foreground. A traditional dhow can be seen sailing on glittering silver water. Typically Arabian buildings and palm trees are shown in the hinterland. Lift the lid to reveal a powder well and a mirror. The mirror gives a clear reflection which is ever so slightly distorted. The base is embellished with a charming niello waterscape, dhows and an oasis. This piece tests as high grade silver. However, it is not hallmarked which is common for items made in Arabia at this time.
measurements
Measures 7cm x 6.3cm, Weighs 47.2 grams
declaration
Rare Antique Gifts has clarified that the WWII Arabian Silver & Niello Compact Mirror 1940s (LA379664) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being 1940s
condition
The compact is in good condition. Mirror is slightly distorted.
additional info
Material:
Origin:
Date of Manufacture:
1940s
location
This WWII Arabian Silver & Niello Compact Mirror 1940s is located in Derbyshire, United Kingdom
A selection of items from Rare Antique Gifts
Rare Antique Gifts has 217 items available.

£ 135

€158
$170
Beautiful Gold Plated Stratton Compact Mirror Set Unused

Beautiful Gold Plated Stratton Compact Mirror Set Unused

£ 135

€158
$170

Rare Antique Gifts

£ 889

€1,038
$1,118
Hallmarked 9 ct Gold Antique Locket With 18 Inch Necklace

Hallmarked 9 ct Gold Antique Locket With 18 Inch Necklace

£ 889

€1038
$1118

Rare Antique Gifts

£ 125

€146
$157
Vintage Japanese Swan Compact Mirror

Vintage Japanese Swan Compact Mirror

£ 125

€146
$157

Rare Antique Gifts

£ 125

€146
$157
1960s Kigu Foundation Makeup Compact

1960s Kigu Foundation Makeup Compact

£ 125

€146
$157

Rare Antique Gifts

£ 102

€119
$128
Vintage Compact Mirror For All Pressed Foundation 1960s

Vintage Compact Mirror For All Pressed Foundation 1960s

£ 102

€119
$128

Rare Antique Gifts

£ 115

€134
$145
Large Floral Vintage Flapjack Compact Mirror

Large Floral Vintage Flapjack Compact Mirror

£ 115

€134
$145

Rare Antique Gifts

See more items from Rare Antique Gifts