Antique gold and enamel perfume holder 18th century, can be worn as a pendant
Antique gold and enamel perfume holder 18th century, can be worn as a pendant

Antique gold and enamel perfume holder 18th century, can be worn as a pendant

NK-0007

$1,500.00 Sale

Antique gold and enamel perfume holder from 18th century, can be worn as a pendant

The side with the carbunkle opens into a covered container for the perfume.  In the days of poor hygiene,  ladies often wear perfume holder to camouflage body odor.  This  hand painted enamel piece is a rare find.   

The bulbous piece is  1"wide , weighs 13 grams