Brief History Of Stratton Of England Fine Gifts |
For over a hundred years, women the world over have found compacts to be a necessary and fashionable handbag accessory. From the 1920’s to present day, the ladies' compact has become more popular than ever. Women also know that since since 1860, the British company Stratton has been renowned for the creation of the finest compacts and mirrors. It is a name that is synonymous with the best to be found.
With vintage compacts continuing to increase in value, Stratton compacts are prized possessions that are eagerly sought after by collectors worldwide. Stratton handmade products are available in a wide range of styles and designs. Their collections range from the British-inspired Classic Collection with its timeless elegance, to the Glamour Stars 'N' Stripes, hand enameled and gem set with fifty two Swarovski® crystals representing the United States of America.
For centuries England's makers of armor, and fine ceremonial regalia for the British Royal Family has been Firmin & Sons Plc. In the year 2000, Stratton was aquired by this prestigous company, and is now situated in the heart of the well-known Birmingham Jewellery Quarter. Since Firmins has owned the brand, Stratton products have been completely re-developed and re-packaged with great success; without compromising the same passion, consummate skill and uncompromising attention to detail as their predecessors. Renowned for their durability as well as for their elegant and pleasing appeal, the compacts are contoured to perfectly fit the hand; and come with a patented automatic powder-lid release mechanism to prevent fingernails from being damaged when opening.
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