The Metal Case Parfum Bottles introduced around 1928 offered a stylish and portable way to carry Coty’s fragrances, combining decorative appeal with practical convenience. Designed as a purse-size presentation, each set featured the familiar banded bottle fitted with a frosted glass stopper, nestled securely within a custom metal case. These cases were available in two finishes: a crackle-effect surface, which gave a textured, slightly antiqued look, and a sleek platinum-tone nickel finish, offering a more modern, polished appearance.
Standing 2¾ inches tall, the case was compact enough to slip easily into a handbag while still providing sturdy protection for the glass bottle inside. The design was patented by Philip A. Reutter and produced by the Scoville Manufacturing Co., a firm known for its expertise in decorative and functional metal goods.
These metal-encased parfum bottles were discontinued in 1933, making surviving examples especially appealing to collectors today. The combination of Coty’s elegant banded flacon with a thoughtfully engineered and attractively finished carrying case reflects the brand’s attention to both aesthetics and usability during the late 1920s.
