This charming vintage Hawaiian hula dancer figurine doubles as a miniature hinged trinket box, perfect for holding tiny treasures. Standing approximately 2 1/2 inches tall and measuring 1 1/2” wide x 1” deep, this petite keepsake features a green grass skirt, white floral lei adorned with rhinestones, red hibiscus-style hair flower, and gold-tone detailing throughout.
The Hula Dancer Jeweled Trinket Box has been cast in pewter, and enameled with select semi-precious metal platings that include 24 Karat Gold, Silver, Antique gold, Brass, and Bronze. The fine details have been painted by hand by experienced craftsmen, and it has been kiln fired for 4 to 6 hours. It features a hinged compartment that can be used for small jewelry, etc.
Individually cut genuine Austrian Crystals have been carefully selected and set by hand
The skirt opens at the waist via a hinged magnetic closure, revealing a small gold-lined interior compartment ideal for rings or small keepsakes.
Weight: 4.8 oz
This piece is vintage (circa late 1990s–early 2000s), pre-owned, and shows light wear consistent with age. The rhinestone accents and glossy enamel finish reflect the decorative tropical souvenir aesthetic popular at the time.
A playful tropical accent perfect for jewelry storage, shelf styling, or your Aloha-inspired vignette.
HISTORY & INTERESTING TIDBITS
Hula dancer figurines became especially popular in mid-century America during the 1950s–1960s tiki boom, when Hawaiian culture and Polynesian-inspired décor surged in popularity. By the 1990s and early 2000s, jeweled trinket boxes and enamel keepsake figurines became fashionable gift items, often sold in gift shops, tourist destinations, and specialty boutiques.
Rhinestone-adorned miniature boxes like this were part of a broader trend of collectible decorative “objet” boxes — combining whimsy, function, and display appeal.
This piece carries that nostalgic tropical glamour — a playful nod to vacation culture and vintage tiki revival aesthetics.
Tropical Green – #1F5F3B
Emerald Green – #2E7D4F
Hibiscus Red – #C21807
Ivory White – #F4F1E6
Gold Tone – #C9A227
Warm Sand – #C89B5B
Espresso Brown (Hair) – #3B2A1A
Coral Lip – #E05A47
