Vintage Stratton Pill Box Bird Design Trinket Box Gold Tone Vanity Box Made in England
A charming vintage Stratton pill box featuring a delightful illustration of two birds perched amongst blossom-covered branches against a soft cream background. Beautifully detailed and full of character, this petite English-made piece captures the romantic nature-inspired designs that made Stratton accessories so popular during the mid-20th century.
The lid is decorated with a delicate bird motif framed by a gold-tone border, while the reverse features Stratton’s distinctive engine-turned star pattern and embossed maker’s mark. Inside, the box is fitted with a clean cream lining, making it ideal for storing pills, rings, earrings, tiny keepsakes, or other treasured items.
Small enough to slip into a handbag yet attractive enough to display on a vanity table, dressing area, bedside cabinet or desk, this is a lovely piece for collectors of Stratton accessories, vintage vanity items and British costume accessories.
The bird artwork gives this piece a particularly appealing cottage garden feel, evoking the elegance and everyday glamour of a bygone era when even the smallest personal accessories were beautifully designed.
The box remains in good vintage condition with a bright interior and attractive decoration. There is some light wear to the gilt finish consistent with age and use, which does not detract from its display appeal.
Measurements:
Approx. 4 cm across
Approx. 1.57 inches across
Made in England by Stratton.