Powder Compacts, Mirrors & Vintage Vanity Cases

Start with the interior, not the decorated lid. A powder compact, a mirror-only case and a solid-perfume case can look similar when closed, but they serve different purposes. Open photographs should show what the listing includes: a powder well, removable pan, mirror, sifter or separate compartment. For a refill, compare three measurements: the opening width, depth and pan shape. Do not assume that a modern refill fits a vintage case. If the compact is a keepsake, inspect the hinge, clasp, surface wear and any engraving as closely as the front design. A seller's date or material description is not a substitute for photographs of marks and construction. Decide whether the recipient wants a usable case, a decorative object or a specific collectible. Ask the seller about anything the images do not establish before ordering.

Use the available price and material filters to narrow the grid, then compare each case's open and closed photographs.