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Emerald City Art Deco Powder Jar ✨

Emerald City Art Deco Powder Jar ✨

$175.00Price
✨ Emerald City Art Deco Powder Jar ✨
 
✨ Once upon a time, during the glamour-soaked years of the Art Deco era, everyday objects were designed not just for use, but for delight. Powder jars like this one transformed simple daily rituals into moments of beauty, catching the light and adding a sense of magic to a dressing table or vanity.
 
✨ This luminous powder jar dates to the 1930s and is made from satin-finished uranium glass. Its distinctive mint-green hue is soft, ethereal, and slightly matte in appearance. This satin effect is achieved through acid-etching the surface of uranium-infused glass, creating that velvety glow rather than a naturally polished finish.
 
✨ The true magic reveals itself under a UV (black) light. The small amount of uranium oxide within the glass causes it to fluoresce in an intense, unmistakable neon green — a dazzling transformation that feels like holding captured fairy light.
 
✨ A Jar of Art Deco Elegance ✨
 
✨ The lid is domed and crowned with a pointed finial, often referred to as a spire or pinnacle — a little glass flourish that completes the silhouette beautifully.
 
✨ The body forms a rounded bowl, gently lifted by a subtly molded foot that adds balance and grace to the design.
 
✨ Originally created as a powder jar, this piece now makes a beautiful trinket box, perfectly sized to hold jewellery or other precious little keepsakes. It is attributed to Bagley and was made in England, a wonderful example of English Art Deco glass craftsmanship.
 
✨ Why it’s special ✨
 
This treasure is one of those rare pieces that feels both glamorous and whimsical. By day, it glows softly in shades of green; under UV light, it comes alive with electric brilliance. It’s decorative, functional, and irresistibly enchanting — a true conversation piece with timeless appeal.
 
✨ Condition and Character ✨
 
This piece is in beautiful vintage condition. There are a few tiny flea bites on the underside of the lid and some very fine surface scratches consistent with age and gentle use. These marks are extremely small, were too subtle to photograph, and do not detract from the overall presentation. The jar displays wonderfully and remains a striking example of its kind.
 
🧚‍♀️ A Little Note from the Antique Fairy
 
As with all vintage darlings, this piece has lived a life or two and may have a tiny surface scratch here or there as part of its story. I do my very best to capture any little whispers of wear in photos and notes. If you have any questions or just want to chat about this treasure, feel free to reach out! 😊
Quantity
SKU: 0004

  • Measurements

    Diameter 122mm

    Height 100mm

  • Fragile Care Instructions

    These pieces have already lived a long and beautiful life, shaped by time and care. With a little gentle attention, they can continue to be enjoyed for many years to come.

    Treat your piece as something precious. A soft, dry cloth is usually all that is needed to lift away the dust of everyday life. If required, a lightly damp cloth may be used with a delicate touch, taking care to avoid excess water. Harsh cleaning products, scrubbing, soaking, or immersion in water should be avoided, as time-worn surfaces respond best to kindness.

    When not in use, allow your treasure to rest away from direct sunlight and heat, which may slowly affect colour or form. Small marks, curves, and subtle imperfections are part of its character — gentle reminders of age, craft, and history. Cared for like a cherished heirloom, your piece will continue to hold its beauty and quiet magic.

  • Returns & Refunds

    Thank you so much for visiting Velvet Lady Vintage. Each treasure in the collection is chosen with great care, and it is my hope that your order arrives safely and brings a little beauty into your world.

    If you wish to request a return, please contact me within 14 days of receiving your item. Returned treasures must be unused, in the same condition in which they arrived, and sent back in their original packaging. Proof of purchase is required. Return shipping is the responsibility of the buyer, unless an item arrives damaged or not as described.

    Once a return is received, I will carefully inspect the treasure and let you know the outcome. If the return is approved, your refund will be issued to your original payment method within seven business days. Please note that original shipping costs are non-refundable.

    Many items in the collection are vintage or antique treasures and may show gentle signs of age, time, or handmade character. These details are part of what makes each treasure special and are always described as clearly and thoughtfully as possible within each listing.

    If you have any questions, you’re welcome to get in touch at velvetladyvintage@gmail.com.

    Thank you for welcoming one of these carefully chosen treasures into your home, and for allowing its beauty to be cherished in a new way.

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