
This Rex Fifth Avenue compact is listed on page 55 of Laura M. Mueller's book "Encyclopedia of Compacts, Carryalls and Face Powder Boxes".
The celluloid is a soft ivory color decorated with a spray of pastel Pansies. The bottom is a soft white which I imagine was the original color of the top before exposure to the elements. There is slight wear around the outside edges but no cracks or chips to the celluloid.
The mirror is in great condition considering that most mirrors of this age have spots of silver loss. There were a few spots on the mirror but they have all been cleaned off and just have an ever so slight cloudy cast to it.
Just below the hinge is "Made in U.S.A. PAT. 2163429" which is circa 1940. The puff has a strap on it with Fifth REX Avenue on it and it also still has the vinyl powder screen still in it although it has shrunk some with time.
The gold tone metal does have a bit of finish loss but is in remarkable condition. The hinge and clasp work like new! It is 4 5/8 inches in diameter.
This is in such good condition that it would definitely be an excellent example for your collection!
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