Elgin American Purse Compact
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A purse shaped compact with a wrist chain attached to the top like the strap of a bag. The front of the compact is decorated with a pierrot and fields of color. The compact opens on a hinge with a catch clasp. Inside the compact, there is a mirror and a powder well. The bottom of the compact is decorated with a geometric design.
| Identifier | COM_Elgin_012 |
| Subject | Compact |
| Type | Purse Compact |
| Date | 1920s |
| Materials | Pewter, Enamel |
| Condition | Like New |
| Location | wall F |
| Brand | Elgin American |
| Tags | Like New, Compact, 1920s, Elgin American, Purse Compact |
| Collection | I. Makeup Collection |
| Citation | “Elgin American Purse Compact,” MUA Archive, accessed January 27, 2026, https://archivemua-new.newassembly.com/items/show/784. |