Compact
Object number93.105.292 a,b
Date1920-1929
MediumSilver, glass, fabric
Credit LineGift of Pittsburgh History & Landmarks Foundation
DescriptionSilver compact. Exterior has engraved floral and geometric motifs and letter "M" monogram on both sides at top center. Interior has oval mirror, coin holders, compartment, and powder puff.DimensionsHeight x Width x Depth (a - closed): 9.5 × 1.875 × 0.5 in. (24.1 × 4.8 × 1.3 cm)Height x Width x Depth (a - open): 9.5 × 3.625 × 0.625 in. (24.1 × 9.2 × 1.6 cm)
Diameter x Depth (b): 1.25 × 0.25 in. (3.2 × 0.6 cm)
SignedOld English M engraved on either side.
Inscriptions(a)
Exterior has engraved letter "M" monogram on both sides at top center.
On View
Not on view
c. 1942
c. 1992
MMORE International BV
1953
Sirchie
c. 1930