Step back into the ultra-slick world of mid-century high style with this rare vintage 1950s Vuedex "Jewel Brilliant" fluted acrylic cigarette case 2-piece lot. Masterfully injection-molded in the United States during the golden era of post-war plastics engineering, these compact mechanical pocket boxes serve as jaw-dropping vanity statement pieces, business card vaults, or premier additions to an early tobacciana design collection. The Lot Features Two Translucent Colors: Ruby Cherry Red: A highly saturated, glowing deep red case. Amber Marigold Orange: A bright, fiery amber-orange case proudly stamped on the lid rim with the authentic script logo reading: "Vuedex - PAT. PEND." Each case displays a striking, high-tactile accordion column rib pattern across the front and back face panels. Mechanically engineered for utility, the cases feature a secure interlocking tension track system where the top cap lid slides back smoothly to telescope upward, expanding the inner storage stations. Left in their gorgeous natural gloss finishes, these pieces can be beautifully repurposed as high-style business card holders, credit card slots, or unique pocket organizers. Please review the detailed vintage condition notes below before finalizing your purchase. Product Specifications: Brand / Manufacturer: Vuedex (Authentic 1950s Signature Line) Design Silhouette: Expanding Accordion Channel Cylinder Pocket Vault Material Composition: Translucent Hard Acrylic Lucite / Early Plexiglass Lot Configuration: 2 Coordinated Vanity Cases (1 Ruby Red, 1 Amber Orange) Markings: Debossed "Vuedex PAT. PEND." on the orange lid rim Era: Mid-Century Modern / Space Age Hollywood Regency (Circa 1950s) Condition Report: Vintage "As-Is" Condition. Both cases retain their brilliant, crystal-clear transparency with a deep mirror-like glass reflection, showing zero yellowing or chemical cloudiness from age. Please Note Two Structural Flaws: The Red Case is missing one of its internal side plastic hinge tracks. The Orange Case exhibits a few visible hairline stress cracks nested within the internal plastic layers as pictured. Crucially, both pieces remain entirely stable and structurally sound; the side tracks slide smoothly, the lids close flush, and both cases remain completely functional for holding cards, bills, or cigarettes. This has been factored directly into the discounted lot pricing.
