Boucheron 1940s Compact and Lipstick Case: Sterling Silver 18K Gold and Rubies

Description

These two lovely and rare pieces were purchased by my grandfather for my grandmother in the late 1940s in Paris. The lovely design depicts 2 butterflies and one bird amongst gold leaves and 5 Azaleas. The compact case is signed “Boucheron of Paris” #875012. The compact's dimensions are approx. 2.94" inches (74.61 mm) x 2.2245" inches (57.03 mm) x .5825" inches (14.9mm). The box is hallmarked on the sides with symbol for sterling silver.
(5) Natural round transparent pinkish-red rubies.Measure approx. 2.50mm diameters. Weight: approx .35 carats total. The rubies are bezel set in the center of 5 engraved flowers on the box. The box has two spring loaded door compartments inside, one for the makeup powder and one for a mirror, beneath the cutout butterfly ruby flower design. The case is a striped ribbed design, with a spring loaded gold vermeil snap clasp on one side. Weight in grams approx. 198.38.
The matching lipstick case is also Sterling Silver with 18K Gold inlay and 5 natural round pinkish-red rubies. There is also a bird and a butterfly surrounded by leaves and Azaleas. The twisting mechanism is in working condition and can house a modern lipstick.
Finding both pieces in the set is rare and their condition is excellent. I am happy to answer any questions you have about the set. (Serious inquiries only please.)