Torquay crested porcelain scent bottle

  • 15a
  • 15b
  • 15c
Crested porcelain scent bottle of the town of Torquay (Devon) bearing the motto “Salus et Felicitas” (Health and Happiness). Marked for Florentine china. Crown metal cap with cork. Flacone in porcellana marcato “Florentine china” con lo stemma della città di Torquay nel Suffolk e recante il motto “Salus et Felicitas” (Salute e felicità). Tappo a corona in metallo e sugaro.
Period
Edwardian

Country

England, 1930 ca

Material

porcelain and metal

Size

9,5 cm

COD.

15

Labels

antique scent bottles

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