Vintage Stratton Dark Blue Enamel & Autumn Floral Design Mini Pill Box

Stratton Vintage Mini Pill Box | English Dark Blue Enamel & Autumn Floral Design Pill Case | Collectible Decorative Pill Box | Gift Idea

 Explore this charming vintage Stratton square mini pill box, featuring a floral design in autumn colors set against a dark blue enamel backdrop. 

The interior of the box has a plastic insert to keep contents secure, adding to its functionality alongside its aesthetic appeal.

Marked with "Stratton Made in England" on the underside. Despite its age, the box is in good condition, showing only minor signs of wear, mainly on the underside.

This piece combines functionality with style, making it a perfect addition to any collection or a meaningful present for someone who appreciates collectible vintage treasures.

Dimensions:  Length 1 1/2"  Width 1 1/2"  Height 3/8"

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The British brand Stratton started out in 1860 as a knitting needle manufacturer and marketed their first powder compacts in 1923. These early compacts were sold under the name “Stratnoid”. By the early 1930s, the compacts became “Stratton’s”.

During WWII production was halted. Manufacture resumed after the war, but British shortages meant that metals, were in short supply. Compacts from this time can even be found made from aircraft alloy.

The arrival of the 1950s brought major success for Stratton. The booming love for cosmetics made compacts a must. Stratton introduced their now famous “self-opening lids”. 

By the 1960s, there were Stratton agents worldwide and the company thrived. Designs changed with trends in cosmetics – the growing popularity of pressed powder drove new patents. Artists began to sign the tremendous range of lid designs produced. The company closed in 1997 but was revived later and is still manufacturing!