Antique Pressed Glass Jewellery Casket: San Sebastián Postcard Lid, Trinket Box
A charming Spanish resort souvenir—rectangular pressed‑glass jewellery casket with a bevelled‑glass lid over a hand‑tinted postcard view titled “San Sebastián.”
The clear diamond‑pattern body stands on block feet with a metal gallery and loop catch. Inside the lid is the original mirror with attractive age foxing.
A lovely vanity box for rings, brooches or keepsakes.
Details
Period: c. 1905–1925
Origin: Spain (San Sebastián)
Materials: Pressed glass, bevelled glass, postcard image, metal gallery/hinge, mirror
Dimensions: 6.5 cm (L) x 4.5 cm (W) x 3.5 cm (H)
Features: Bevelled postcard lid; mirrored inner lid; patterned body on four feet
Condition
Good antique condition: light oxidation/tarnish to the metal, minor scuffs to the glass from age.
Mirror shows edge desilvering. Hinge sound; loop catch present. Please review photos as they form part of the description.
Care
Clean exterior glass lightly; avoid moisture wicking under the postcard image. Do not over‑polish the metal—patina is desirable.