Vintage Italian Pill Box with Forget-Me-Not Porcelain Lid – Gilt Metal Trinket Box – Made in Italy
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A charming vintage Italian pill box, beautifully crafted with a domed porcelain lid decorated with delicate blue forget-me-not flowers, set within an ornately engraved gilt metal case.
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Marked “Made in Italy” to the base, this elegant little piece dates to the mid-20th century (c. 1950s–1960s) and is a classic example of Italian souvenir and vanity ware of the period.
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The exterior is richly engraved with scrolling floral motifs, continuing inside the lid, while the interior retains its original white plastic insert, traditionally used to protect pills, mints, or snuff. Forget-me-nots, long associated with remembrance and affection, were a popular decorative motif, making this piece both sentimental and decorative.
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Perfectly pocket-sized, this vintage box works just as well today as a pill box, trinket box, keepsake holder, or a pretty accent on a dressing table or vanity.
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Details
Origin: Italy
Date: Mid-20th century (c. 1950s–1960s)
Materials: Gilt metal, porcelain lid, plastic insert
Markings: Paper label to base reading Made in Italy
Decoration: Blue forget-me-not floral design, scrolling engraved metalwork
Closure: Hinged lid with clasp
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Size
Length: 5 cm
Width: 3 cm
Depth: 1.5 cm
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Condition
Very good vintage condition. Light age-related wear and gentle patina to the gilt metal, consistent with age. Porcelain lid is clean and bright. The interior insert is intact. Please refer to photographs, as these form part of the description.
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Why we love it
Small but beautifully detailed, this is the kind of vintage piece that feels personal — romantic, tactile, and timeless. A lovely gift idea or a collectible example of Italian mid-century design.
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Perfect for
Vintage and antique collectors
Vanity or dressing-table display
Sentimental gifts
Pill or trinket storage
Italian souvenir memorabilia
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All items sold by Objet d’Art Stuff are vintage or antique and may show signs of age and use. Any wear is part of their history and charm.
