Vintage Silver-Tone Metal Card Case c. 1950s-1970s
Viridian Eclection
Product Description A sleek and compact vintage card case with a crisp, architectural profile, this silver-tone metal holder was designed for business cards, calling cards, or small personal papers...
Product Description
A sleek and compact vintage card case with a crisp, architectural profile, this silver-tone metal holder was designed for business cards, calling cards, or small personal papers. Its clean rectangular form, hinged construction, and lightly engraved border detail give it a restrained mid-century look that feels both practical and polished.
Inside, the case opens to a simple fitted compartment intended to keep cards neat and protected, making it the sort of object that once lived easily in a jacket pocket, briefcase, or desk drawer. Pieces like this reflect an era when even the most functional accessories were made with a sense of order and presentation, turning an everyday necessity into something more refined.
Today, it works equally well as a collectible desktop accessory, a minimalist card holder, or a handsome small storage piece for notes, calling cards, or other paper ephemera.
Product Details
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Item | Vintage metal card case |
| Era | Mid-20th century, likely c. 1950s-1970s |
| Origin | Unknown |
| Materials | Silver-tone metal |
| Color | Silver-tone |
| Design | Hinged rectangular case with inset border detail |
| Interior | Fitted compartment for business cards, calling cards, or small papers |
| Condition | Vintage condition with visible surface scratches, light scuffing, and wear consistent with age and use |
| Use | Business card holder, calling card case, desk accessory, small paper storage |
Every piece is packed with professional-grade materials: multiple foam layers, double-boxing, directional and fragile handling labels. For large furniture we use custom timber crating. We photograph packing before dispatch and can provide images on request.
White-glove delivery is complimentary within 100 miles of Reno, NV. National shipping quotes provided at checkout. All shipments are photographed and documented. Damage claims must be filed with the carrier; we provide all documentation needed to support your claim.
Local pickup is available at Viridian HQ (Reno, NV) with 2–4 days notice. Contact us to arrange. Private viewings also available.
All antique and vintage items are sold as described and all sales are final. Each listing includes detailed condition notes and photographs so you can make a fully informed decision. We encourage buyers to ask questions — about condition, dimensions, finish, provenance — before purchasing.
Antiques are irreplaceable and one-of-a-kind. Carrier handling is outside our control once a piece has left our facility, and major carriers including FedEx do not insure antiques. We do everything within our power to ensure safe transit, but cannot accept liability for carrier damage. If damage occurs in transit, we will provide full documentation to support your carrier claim.
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