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1960s Rosenfeld Italian Lucite Beaded Resort Hand Basket Purse W/ Lamé Crochet
By Harry Rosenfeld Made in Italy
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Rosenfeld Italian Lucite Beaded Resort Hand Basket Purse W/ Lamé Crochet. Interior is gold
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1960s Italian Top Handle Bags

1940s Art Deco Ebony Iridescent Glass Beaded Evening Purse
Located in University City, MO
1940s Exquisite ebony art deco glass carnival beaded evening purse The elegant oval-shaped
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1940s Unknown Evening Bags and Minaudières

Wilardy Dooner White Marble Lucite bag -Book piece
Located in Wallkill, NY
1950s Wilardy Opaque, Marbled White Lucite Purse, Ornate Clasp, Great Handel Mirror inside top of
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1950s American Novelty Bags

Bottega Veneta "Shades of Gray & Black" Signature Woven Lambskin Clutch
By Bottega Veneta
Located in New York, NY
Bottega Veneta "Shades of gray & Black" signature woven lambskin clutch measures 9" in
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1980s Italian Clutches

Saks Fifth Avenue Mod White Lucite Tile Handbag c 1970s
By For Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in University City, MO
Saks Fifth Avenue mod white lucite tile handbag c 1970s The sleek retro handbag is designed with a
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1970s Unknown Top Handle Bags

Josef Mid Blue Beaded Bag with Lucite and Rhinestones Clasp circa 1930s
By Josef
Located in London, GB
Lovely Josef mid blue beaded bag with an unusual silver plated, clear lucite and rhinestones clasp
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1930s North American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel 1997 Runway Vintage Rare Blue Green Clutch Minaudière Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Minaudière Celeste Lucite Beaded Crystal Vintage Rare Blue Green Beads Spring 1997 Green
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1990s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

TYLER ELLIS Poppy Small in Cloudy White Ostrich Feathers with White Satin
By Tyler Ellis
Located in Los Angeles, CA
gold chain, a Lucite top handle and features our signature Thayer Blue lining. Size: Small
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags

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Saks Fifth Avenue Gilt Metal Butterfly Minaudière Evening Bag c 1970s
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in University City, MO
Saks Fifth Avenue Opulent gilt metal butterfly minaudiere' c 1970s The elegant evening bag is adorned with an etched butterfly motif on the front The stylized butterfly is shiny poli...
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1970s Unknown Evening Bags and Minaudières

1960s Hattie Carnegie Silver Sequined Open Back Mod Vintage 60s Mini Dress
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s HATTIE CARNEGIE silver fully sequined vintage open back mini dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn silver sequins throughout on a soft stretch knit. Simply slips over th...
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Koret Champagne Seed Pearl Encrusted Evening Clutch w Pearl Studded Frame
By Koret
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Koret Champagne Seed Pearl Encrusted Evening Clutch w Pearl Studded Frame: Pristine condition with satin lining, and original box. Medium size purse will accommodate cell phone.
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1950s American Clutches

An embroidered floral silk and ivorine framed small handbag, English, 1920s.
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
An exquisite and unique little handbag, with a carved Bakelite and hand coloured frame, in a stylised floral motif, with a beautifully coloured silk 'floral' fabric bag. Lined in cha...
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1920s British Evening Bags and Minaudières

Faux Tortoise Shoulder Bag/Clutch, c.1980s
Located in Alford, MA
Convertible clutch in faux tortoise shell features a textured goldtone clasp and gold chain. The chain folds away to convert to a clutch. Fabric interior with side compartment. Made ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Vintage Bottega Veneta woven beige leather clutch bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in L'ESCALA, ES
Vintage clutch bag Bottega Veneta braided lambskin in beige. The frame is plastic/resin. The beige interior with a gold plate signed Bottega Veneta. The measurements are: The bottom ...
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1980s European Clutches

Vintage Bottega Veneta
woven beige leather clutch
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Vintage Bottega Veneta
woven beige leather clutch
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H 6.3 in W 11.62 in D 2.76 in L 11.62 in
Christian Dior by John Galliano purple velvet and crystal mini bag, c. 1998
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior mini evening bag ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Crushed purple velvet with signature 'Cannage' quilting ▪ Silk handles and interior ▪ Four 'DIOR' silver charms ado...
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1990s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Leather Harlequin Clutch
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The intrecciato weave is a synonym for Bottega Veneta. Not only is it an artisanal textural detail that gives the leather good a basket-like woven quality, it is also a versatile des...
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1980s Italian Clutches

A Bakelite frame and silk handbag with 'bird and fish' motif, French, 1920s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
An exquisite handbag. Using an original 1920s French celluloid frame, a beautiful crafted handbag of original black patterned silk has been made anew for the bag. The frame imitates ...
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1920s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

A Romantic Dress in white cotton Net applied with printed Chiffon Circa 1938
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1935-1940 France Summer long dress, made of white cotton net tulle applied with floral printed silk chiffon, with an assumed romanticism and dating from the late 1930s. Sleev...
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1930s French Evening Dresses

Chanel 1994 Iconic Spring Runway Vintage Pearl Round Sunglasses Rare
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 1994 Spring Runway Vintage Pearl Round Sunglasses Rare Silver-tone metal Chanel vintage round sunglasses with faux pearl trim at frames and arms, adjustable nose pads and tin...
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1990s Italian Sunglasses

Vintage Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Leather Tassel Clutch Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Boca Raton, FL
First introduced in the 1960s, the intrecciato (technique of weaving the leather) weave style became the iconic hallmark of Bottega Veneta leather goods—and eventually so much more. ...
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1980s Italian Clutches

A Pierre Balmain Ottoman Silk Faille Couture Ball-Gown N° 83213 Paris Circa 1958
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1958 France A yellow banana ottoman silk faille ball-gown or ceremonial long dress. Boned bodice with large plunge neckline and cream oblique pleated shape faille on the ches...
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1950s French Evening Dresses

Worn in Sex and The City 2, Iconic John Galliano Christian Dior Newsprint Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is the Iconic John Galliano for Christian Dior Autumn/Winter 2000-2001 Newsprint Dress WORN by Sarah Jessica Parker and lent by Vintage Luxury N.Y. for Sex and the Cit...
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Early 2000s French Cocktail Dresses

1970's Faux Tortoise Lucite Clutch
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Ultra MOD Style 1970's faux tortoise handbag made from Lucite strips with a square handle, a silver tone frame and top clasp. Interior lined with leather and satin. Excellent vintag...
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1970s Unknown Clutches

1970's Faux Tortoise Lucite Clutch
1970's Faux Tortoise Lucite Clutch
H 7.5 in D 1 in L 8.7 in
Chanel Green Crocodile Alligator Vintage Mini Minuadiére Kelly Top Handle Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Green Chanel Crocodile mini top handle flap with classic CC closure 1997 {VINTAGE 25 Years} Gold Hardware Interior zipper pocket Black Lambskin interior lining 8.5" H x 7" W x 2.5" ...
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1990s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

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Rare American Mid-Century Pearlescent Gray Lucite Purse/Handbag by Llewellyn
Located in Port Hope, ON
This eccentrically designed American Lucite handbag is by LLewellyn Inc of Madison Avenue, New York
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage

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Chrome

Beautiful Clear Diamond Cut Design Lucite Handbag with Lucite Ball Feet
Located in New York, NY
Mint Condition Never Used Large Lucite Handbag with Original Tag that reads Florida
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1950s American Novelty Bags

1950's Great Lucite Encased Flower Lucite Handbag
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Gray Bodied Lucite Handbag with Clear Curved Lucite Dome that encases Pink Silk Flowers
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1950s American Novelty Bags

Fantastic Wilardy White Pearlized 1957 Design Award Lucite Handbag
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful and Great Design Pearlized Lucite Handbag Made by Wilardy who received the 1957 Design
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1950s American Novelty Bags

Jean-Paul Gaultier Marbleized Plastic Handbag, 1990s
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Winnetka, IL
. Constructed of marbleized plastic, the design pays homage to the glamorous and popular lucite handbags of the
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1990s French Novelty Bags

Petite Clear Wilardy Handbag with Antiqued Chrome Hardware
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful and Petite Clear Carved Oblong Shaped Lucite Handbag designed by Wilardy.Perfect for an
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1950s American Novelty Bags

Chanel Sea Line Logo Mania Red Canvas Tote Bag + Pouch
By Chanel
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Chanel Tote Bag in Red Logo mania canvas. Has lucite chains for the double shoulder straps. Main
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1990s Italian Tote Bags

Chanel Sea Line Logo Mania Red Canvas Tote Bag + Pouch
Chanel Sea Line Logo Mania Red Canvas Tote Bag + Pouch
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H 12.2 in W 4.3 in L 12.8 in
1950's Lucite Purse
Located in San Francisco, CA
This is a 1950's lucite purse which is a uniquely octagonal shape. It has a pearlized grey body
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1950s Top Handle Bags

Vintage 1950's Marbled Celluloid Lucite Box Purse Bag
Located in Sparks, NV
Wonderful condition! Pearl gray tones swirl in this marbled lovely vintage box purse giving it an
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1950s American Handbags and Purses

1960s Box Purse Patchwork Decoupage w/ Lucite
Located in Greenport, NY
1960s Box Purse Patchwork Decoupage w/ Lucite Amazing hand-collaged 1960s patch-work box purse is
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1960s Novelty Bags

1950s Grey Iridescent Lucite Purse with Clear Accents
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950s Grey lucite handbag featuring a birds eye maple pattern with a clear etched lucite lid and
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1950s Top Handle Bags

1950's Charles S. Kahn Lucite Hard Shell Purse
By Charles S. Kahn, Inc.
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1950’s Charles S. Kahn lucite purse with silver frosted body and clear top. The top is decorated
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1950s American Top Handle Bags

Museum Worthy Artisan Lucite Box Purse Designed by Joyce Francis
Located in University City, MO
Museum worthy artisan lucite box purse designed by Joyce Francis The exquisite hand carved
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1990s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Rhinestone Embellished Lucite Box Handbag, 1950’s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Perfect for a modern day Cinderella! This classic 1950's lucite handbag has a rectangular form with
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1950s American Top Handle Bags

Rialto NY 1950's Grey Lucite Hexagon Top Handle Handbag
By Rialto
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rialto NY 1950's Grey Lucite Hexagon Top Handle Handbag. The handle has a rhinestone detail around
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1950s American Novelty Bags

1950s Stylecraft Miami Lucite Top Handle Box Bag
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
shape and is made of pearly white Lucite. Features two arched top handles and a tonal Lucite top snap
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1950s Hong Kong Top Handle Bags

Chanel Wicker Shoulder Bag with Brown Lucite Plastic CC Turnlock RARE
By Chanel
Located in Carmel, CA
Chanel woven coated wicker bag with leather features a Brown Lucite Plastic CC turnlock closure
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Early 2000s Italian Shoulder Bags

1950s Vintage Reverse Carved Lucite Frosted Top Handle Handbag
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1950s Vintage Reverse Carved Lucite Frosted Top Handle Handbag. This bag is in fair vintage
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1950s Unknown Top Handle Bags

Chanel NEW Runway White Marble Lucite Evening Bottle Shoulder Bag in Box
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
The Holy Grail of Chanel Bags. From Chanel's 2016 Runway collection, this stunning lucite perfume
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21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

Vintage Llewellyn grey pearlized Lucite double handle handbag 1950s
By Llewellyn
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Llewellyn grey pearlized Lucite double handle handbag 1950s...Oval shape bag with fluted
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1950s American Top Handle Bags

Styled by Bounty White Basket-weave with Lucite hardware
Located in New York, NY
Lucite, along with the outer-top frame. The front of the handbag has a large Lucite plate etched with
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1960s Hong Kong Top Handle Bags

2016 Chanel N5 Paris Rome Inspired Marble Lucite Bottle Clutch
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
From the 2016 Chanel collection "Paris Rome Cinecitta" Gorgeous Lucite Chanel Number 5 clutch
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2010s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Bottega Veneta Italian Wood & Lucite Tile Diminutive Handbag c 1990s
By Bottega Veneta
Located in University City, MO
gray-brown color elongated lucite tiles The wood & lucite tile design extends to both exterior sides
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1990s Italian Shoulder Bags

1950's Dorset Rex Cage Bag with Lucite and Faux Leopard. Large Scale.
Located in University City, MO
cage frame. Shiny chocolate brown lucite top and bottom. Graceful honey colored lucite handle. Leather
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1950s American Top Handle Bags

Chanel Ombre Clutch Pink
By Chanel
Located in Athens, GA
. Lucite pull. Includes authenticity card. Guaranteed authentic.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

1960s Geometric Lucite Purse
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Fabulous geometric lucite purse from the 1960s. Milky, semi translucent lucite accented with gold
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1960s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

MYLES OF MIAMI 1953 "Shooner" Gunmetal Gray Lucite Lamoplex Cylinder Box Purse
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Myles of Miami gunmetal silver-gray Lamoplex lucite "Schooner" handbag. Designed by Sheldon
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1950s American Top Handle Bags

1950's Double-Handled Lucite Purse
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950's double-handled lucite hexagonal purse with pearlized grey body and clear floral engraved lid
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1950s Top Handle Bags

Vintage 1960s White Lucite Top Handle Purse Bag Trinket Box
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Here's an adorable little bag from the 1960s. Made from a white Lucite resin, it measures 6.25in
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1960s Hong Kong Top Handle Bags

Florida Handbags White Marble and Carved Crystal Lucite Box Purse, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
knockout. Irregular hexagonal box purse of mother of pearl and clear Lucite with “cut glass” carving
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1950s American Top Handle Bags

White Caviar Bead Box Purse w Tortoiseshell Lucite Lid and Braid Handle, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Post-war suburban gold, this nostalgic box purse combines the glamour of pavé beading with the
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1950s Unknown Top Handle Bags

Chanel Lucite Briefcase Vintage
By Chanel
Located in North Miami, FL
. It was produced by Dapy as shown on the original box. The slight black to smoky dark gray lucite body
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1990s French Briefcases and Attachés

Chanel Lucite Briefcase Vintage
Chanel Lucite Briefcase Vintage
H 14.25 in W 17.25 in D 3 in
Alexander McQueen Clear Lucite Clutch with Skull and Studs
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a clutch by Alexander McQueen. It is a metal frame with clear lucite panels that are
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Emilio Pucci Canvas & Lucite Tote Handbag
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
, gray and aqua highlighted with black. The PVC side panels and lucite logo etched bars are wonderful
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags

1950s Unique Lucite Brass Trim Cylinder Handbag
Located in University City, MO
1950s Lucite brass trim cylinder handbag The unique midcentury handbag is designed in a bucket
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1950s Unknown Novelty Bags

Saks Fifth Avenue Italian Tortoise Shell Lucite Handbag c 1970s
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in University City, MO
SAKS FIFTH AVENUE Italian tortoise shell lucite versatile handbag c 1970s The sleek brown lucite
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1970s Italian Clutches

Wilardy Tortoise Lucite Handbag - Circa 60's
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Wilardy Tortoise Lucite Handbag - Circa 60's This spectacular tortoise lucite handbag has one main
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1960s American Top Handle Bags

Chanel Runway White Marble Lucite Leather Evening Bottle Shoulder Bag in Box
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Chanel Runway White Marble Pattern Lucite Leather Evening Bottle Chain Shoulder Bag in Box Lucite
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21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

Sleek 1970s Italian Bronze Lucite Handbag Designed by Baulotto
Located in University City, MO
Sleek 1970s Italian bronze lucite handbag designed by Baulotto The posh Italian handbag is designed
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1970s Italian Top Handle Bags

Sleek Clear Lucite Cylinder Turtle Medallion Shoulder Bag c 1970s
Located in University City, MO
Sleek clear lucite cylinder turtle medallion shoulder bag c 1970s The stylish retro handbag is
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1970s Unknown Evening Bags and Minaudières

Saks Fifth Avenue Rare Copper Metal Lucite Cylinder Handbag c 1960s
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in University City, MO
Saks Fifth Avenue Rare copper metal lucite cylinder handbag c 1960s The unique barrel shaped
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1960s Unknown Evening Bags and Minaudières

Rialto New York Lucite Handbag Unique Top Handle Bag 1950s
By Rialto
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This unique bag was made in the 1950s by Rialto New York. Preowned/vintage with signs of wear/use: mall chips to the front clasp (see image 10 and discoloration to areas of the gold...
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1950s American Top Handle Bags

1950s Multi-Grey Marbleized Iridescent Colored Lucite Handbag
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950's rare shaped multi-gray marbleized iridescent metallic colored Lucite handbag with matching
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1950s Top Handle Bags

1950s Grey Black and Silver Confetti Lucite Handbag with a Clear Carved Lid
Located in London, GB
Fabulous marbled grey lucite handbag embedded with strands of silver confetti, and featuring a
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1950s American Top Handle Bags

WWII Era 1940's Rex Fifth Avenue Hand Painted Lucite Compact
Located in Atlanta, GA
This lucite compact by Rex of Fifth Avenue is mesmerizing. The colors and 3-D effect of the lucite
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1940s American Cosmetic Bags

CHANEL - 04P Acrylic Cassette Player Clutch Clear Wristlet CC Rare Minaudiere
By Chanel
Located in Sanford, FL
Clear lucite Chanel Cassette Player clutch with silver-tone hardware, chain-link wrist strap
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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Chanel Minaudière White Snow Gondola Silver-Tone Hardware
By Chanel
Located in Sydney, New South Wales
themed Fall/Winter 2019 collection is made from snow white lucite, with silver tone hardware and
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2010s French Clutches

2000s Chanel Diamond Patent Leather Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
white patent leather- accented with silver hardware and of course: an oversized lucite diamond with CC
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Early 2000s Italian Clutches

Whimsical Wood Enamel Handmade Artisan House Design Handbag c 1970s
Located in University City, MO
purse is designed with a charming cottage style home Decorated with a textured enamel roof that emulates
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1970s Unknown Novelty Bags

1970s White Wicker Sea Life Coastal Handbag
Located in University City, MO
clear vinyl window on the front exterior Carried with a pair of pearlized lucite swivel handles
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1970s American Novelty Bags

Rare Lana Marks Celadon blue Crocodile handbag with matching strap
By Lana Marks
Located in Carlsbad, CA
an exterior pocket with a magnetic closure. The handles of this bag are made from fancy lucite, and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags

Lana Marks White Crocodile Handbag
By Lana Marks
Located in Carlsbad, CA
bag are made from fancy lucite and are very durable. In new stock condition, and with its original
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags

Lana Marks White Crocodile Handbag
Lana Marks White Crocodile Handbag
H 9 in W 10.5 in D 5 in
1980s Hand Painted Moon Bag by Patricia Smith. Clutch/Bag
By Patricia Smith
Located in Port Hope, ON
Delightful bag! Petit point on the front with a hand painted plastic/lucite flap with a back and
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1980s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Ladies Lucite Bag by Gilli of New York, circa 1950s
Located in Devon, England
Gilli of New York (marked on hinge) 1950s Lucite box bag with heavily carved front panel with
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Collectible Jewelry

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Lucite

Lucite Display Cabinet in the Style of Charles Hollis Jones
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Brass, lucite and glass display case. Perfectly designed to just the right size & style. Ideal
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Vintage 1970s North American Hollywood Regency Vitrines

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Brass

Judith Leiber Lucite Egg Purse
By Judith Leiber
Located in Topanga, CA
Early , very rare Judith Leiber gold tone metal and lucite egg bag. This Lucite bag is a great
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1970s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

1980s Correani Made in Italy Lucite Confetti Clutch Purse
By Ugo Correani
Located in Milan, Italy
This gorgeous vintage hard case bag is in a clear and silver confetti lucite plastic with snap
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1980s Italian Clutches

Architectural Leather Handbag with Lucite Handle
Located in Lambertville, NJ
This rare 1950-60's gray leather clutch bag is wearable sculpture. This sophisticated handbag has
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1950s American Clutches

1950s Pearl grey and clear lucite carved purse handbag
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
Art Deco Handbag, unusual Lucite Platinum Pearl; and thick, floral carved clear top. Platinum pearl
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1950s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Mid-Century Art Deco Lucite Box Purse By, Nelson Original Miami
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1940'S Art Deco Carved & Marbleized Gun metal Grey Lucite Box Purse By, Nelson Originals Miami Fla
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Mid-20th Century American Top Handle Bags

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Gray Lucite Purse For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary gray lucite purse you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Gray and more. If you’re looking for a gray lucite purse from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. An accessory like this designed by Chanel, Rialto and Wilardy — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Gray Lucite Purse?

The price for a gray lucite purse starts at $75 and tops out at $21,925, and on average, selling for $395.

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An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.

Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.

“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bagBirkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”

First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.

They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”

From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.

Questions About Gray Lucite Purse
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    Lucite is a high-end version of acrylic. Shaping acrylic simply requires heating up the material and then bending or molding it. Once lucite or acrylic cools, it then holds its shape and is rigid and durable. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic lucite handbags from some of the world’s top sellers.
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    To clean a Lucite purse, use a soft cloth dampened with warm water and mild dish soap. Wipe all over and then dry with a second soft cloth. Remove fingerprints with window cleaner and a lint-free cloth. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Lucite purses.

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