VTG 70s Mele Hard Shell Clamshell Travel Jewelry Case - Ivory Floral Gold Velvet

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View VTG 70s Mele Hard Shell Clamshell Travel Jewelry Case - Ivory Floral Gold Velvet with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Ivory Floral Exterior Circa 1970s. Type Hard-shell clamshell travel jewelry case. Closure Hinged clamshell. Hinged clamshell opening. Exterior Ivory / cream hard shell w/ embossed floral motif. Hard shell exterior shows light age-appropriate wear; embossed floral design is intact and clean. * { box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0; padding: 0; } body { font-family: 'Segoe UI', 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; background: #f5f0e8; color: #1a1a1a; padding: 20px 10px; } .container { max-width: 700px; margin: 0 auto; background: #fdfaf5; border-radius: 10px; overflow: hidden; box-shadow: 0 4px 20px rgba(0,0,0,0.12); border: 1px solid #e4d8c0; } .header { background: linear-gradient(135deg, #2a1f00 0%, #4a3800 55%, #6b5210 100%); color: #fff; padding: 28px 24px 22px; text-align: center; } .header h1 { font-size: 22px; font-weight: 700; line-height: 1.35; color: #f8eccc; letter-spacing: 0.01em; } .badge-row { margin-top: 12px; display: flex; justify-content: center; gap: 8px; flex-wrap: wrap; } .badge { display: inline-block; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 700; padding: 4px 13px; border-radius: 20px; letter-spacing: 0.06em; text-transform: uppercase; } .badge-gold { background: #c9a030; color: #1a0e00; } .badge-cream { background: #f0e4c0; color: #3a2800; } .badge-warm { background: #8a6a20; color: #f8eccc; } .section { padding: 20px 24px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ece0cc; } .section:last-child { border-bottom: none; } .section h2 { font-size: 12px; font-weight: 700; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.1em; color: #6b5210; margin-bottom: 12px; } .section p { line-height: 1.78; color: #2a2010; } .specs-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 14px; } .specs-table tr:nth-child(even) { background: #f8f0e0; } .specs-table tr:nth-child(odd) { background: #fdfaf5; } .specs-table td { padding: 8px 12px; vertical-align: top; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8dcc8; color: #2a2010; } .specs-table td:first-child { font-weight: 600; color: #6b5210; width: 42%; white-space: nowrap; } .features-box { background: #f8f0dc; border-left: 4px solid #c9a030; border-radius: 0 8px 8px 0; padding: 14px 18px; } .features-box ul { list-style: none; padding: 0; margin: 0; } .features-box ul li { padding: 5px 0; color: #2a2010; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; } .features-box ul li::before { content: "✦"; color: #c9a030; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 700; margin-right: 9px; } .condition-box { background: #fdf8ec; border-left: 4px solid #a08040; border-radius: 0 8px 8px 0; padding: 14px 18px; } .condition-box p { color: #3a2c08; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.75; } .footer { background: #2a1f00; color: #a08040; text-align: center; font-size: 12px; padding: 14px; letter-spacing: 0.04em; } VTG 70s Mele Hard Shell Clamshell Travel Jewelry Case - Ivory Floral Gold Velvet Mele & Co. Ivory Floral Exterior Circa 1970s Overview A classic Mele hard-shell clamshell travel jewelry case from the 1970s. The ivory/cream exterior features a delicate embossed floral motif, and the case opens on a hinge to reveal a warm gold velvet interior with individual compartments for rings, earrings, and small jewelry. Mele & Co. (founded 1912, Attleboro, Massachusetts) was one of America's most iconic mid-century jewelry box manufacturers, and their travel cases from this era are widely collected for their quality and period charm. Details Brand Mele Type Hard-shell clamshell travel jewelry case Exterior Ivory / cream hard shell w/ embossed floral motif Interior Gold velvet w/ multi-compartment grid Closure Hinged clamshell Suitable For Rings, earrings, cufflinks, small jewelry Style Mid-Century Modern / Retro / Cottage Floral Era Circa 1970s Features Rigid hard-shell exterior — protects contents during travel Embossed floral design on ivory/cream shell Warm gold velvet lining throughout interior Multi-compartment grid — sized for rings and earrings Hinged clamshell opening Compact rectangular form — easy to pack or display Authentic vintage Mele & Co. piece Condition Good vintage condition. Hard shell exterior shows light age-appropriate wear; embossed floral design is intact and clean. Gold velvet interior is present and intact with no significant soiling noted. Hinge functions properly. Mele & Co. • Hard Shell Travel Jewelry Case • Ivory Floral • Gold Velvet • Circa 1970s Condition: Pre-owned. Category: Jewelry & Watches › Jewelry Care, Design & Repair › Jewelry Boxes, Organizers & Packaging. Brand: Mele.

Shape

Rectangle

Color

White & Orange

Lining Material

Faux Velvet

Material

Velvet, Vinyl

Item Length

8-3/4 in

Item Depth

1-1/2 in

Suitable For

Body Jewelry, Cufflinks, Earring, Ring

Vintage

Yes

Brand

Mele

Type

Jewelry Box

Department

Unisex Adults

Theme

Travel, Vintage

Features

Lined, Vintage, Hardshell

Item Width

5 in