Superb Antique French Compact, Minaudière, in Opulent Tortoise Shell, Complete, EC Pope Stunning and rare

Stunning and rare

The plaque shown here is large and impressive when hung

The case you see here is hand carved and dates late 1600s to early 1700s

It does work but is a bit temperamental so a bit of patience is required

Superb Antique French Compact, Minaudière, in Opulent Tortoise Shell, Complete, EC Pope Stunning and rareCompact, Minaudire, c. 1890 1920, an elegant antique French minaudire or compact, purse, mirror and compartments inside for powder and rouge or lip color. Still in excellent condition throughout. Very good to excellent condition throughout. I see no flaws to note. Very slight hazing of age to the mirror, but no damage. No chips, hairlines, bug bites. All hardware in fine form and tight. IMPORTANT NOTE regarding antique tortoise shell or ivory: We are