Kaiserhaus and Ballspenden
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# 5272. A Ballspenden Party Favor. Box form; size 2" tall x 2.25" x 2.75". Gilt metal with a framed photograph of Emperor Franz Josef of Austria Hungary. Early 20th century. The metal work is in bright intact condition. The photograph is covered with a celluloid cover which is somewhat warped. This box originally held a piece of wrapped chocolate. These mementos of Vienna Balls are extremely rare; each example was limited in production to the number of ladies attending the ball which could be as few as 100 and usually no more that 400. Few have survived and for the most part, these are the only 'memories' of that ball that have survived. It is a privilege to own a Viennese party favor and one of the most romantic collectibles on today market. Price: $350.00.
The interior of the box is lined with maroon satine.
Emperor Franz Josef of Austria Hungary
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