General Antiques and Collectibles Spring Auction
Lot 292:
Description
C-14522
Lot of two vintage advertising pocket mirrors. One is marked "Elka Auto-Pneu Franz Philipp" with addresses in Vienna, Austria, in classic black and cream typography. The other features red trim noting G.L. San Miguel Expert Watchmaker and Jeweler, and the address of 1116 El Paso St. San Antonio, Texas. Both are early 1900s promotional items as pocket mirrors were a popular form of advertising at the time.
Both show age-appropriate wear including light scratches, edge wear, and minor spotting consistent with age and handling. Mirrored sides show heavy wear throughout.
2″ dia (Auto-Pneu) 1.25″ dia (San Miguel)
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